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Q11.2(b):
The work function of caesium metal is 2.14 eV. When light of frequency (6 \times 10^{14})Hz is incident on the metal surface, photoemission of electrons occurs. What is the Stopping potential?

Solution :

Step 1: Given Variables & Physical Constants

To determine the stopping potential ($V_0$), we utilize the Einstein Photoelectric Equation. The following constants and given values are established:

  • Work Function of Caesium ($\Phi_0$): $2.14 \, \text{eV}$
  • Frequency of incident radiation ($\nu$): $6 \times 10^{14} \, \text{Hz}$
  • Planck’s constant ($h$): $6.626 \times 10^{-34} \, \text{J}\cdot\text{s}$
  • Elementary charge ($e$): $1.602 \times 10^{-19} \, \text{C}$
  • Conversion factor: $1 \, \text{eV} = 1.602 \times 10^{-19} \, \text{J}$

Step 2: Energy of Incident Photon

The energy of the incident photon ($E$) is calculated using the relation $E = h\nu$ [Per Planck’s Quantum Theory].

$E = (6.626 \times 10^{-34} \, \text{J}\cdot\text{s}) \times (6 \times 10^{14} \, \text{Hz})$

$E = 3.9756 \times 10^{-19} \, \text{J}$

Converting this value into electron-volts (eV) for consistency with the work function:

$E (\text{in eV}) = \frac{3.9756 \times 10^{-19} \, \text{J}}{1.602 \times 10^{-19} \, \text{J/eV}} \approx 2.48 \, \text{eV}$

Step 3: Maximum Kinetic Energy of Photoelectrons

According to Einstein’s Photoelectric Equation [Per Conservation of Energy]:

$K_{\text{max}} = E - \Phi_0$

$K_{\text{max}} = 2.48 \, \text{eV} - 2.14 \, \text{eV}$

$K_{\text{max}} = 0.34 \, \text{eV}$

Step 4: Calculation of Stopping Potential

The stopping potential ($V_0$) is defined by the relation $K_{\text{max}} = eV_0$ [Per the definition of stopping potential in photoelectric effect studies].

$eV_0 = 0.34 \, \text{eV}$

$V_0 = 0.34 \, \text{V}$

Visual Representation of Photoelectric Emission

Caesium Surface (Work Function 2.14 eV) Photon (2.48 eV) Photoelectron (K_max = 0.34 eV)

Final Solution: The stopping potential for the given frequency is $0.34 \, \text{V}$.


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