Photoelectric Effect Flashcards
1
Q
Threshold frequency
A
Unique to the metal, the threshold frequency is the minimum frequency the light must have if it were to photoelectrically emit electrons from the metal
2
Q
True/False: A higher intensity of light with frequency above threshold increases the amount of electrons released
A
True
3
Q
What is the photoelectric effect
A
When light is incident on a metal surface, electrons on the surface absorb photons from the light and gains energy of the photon
4
Q
Work Function
A
The minimum energy required for an electron to escape the surface of the metal.
5
Q
What happens to excess energy from the photons when absorbed by electrons?
A
They become Kinetic Energy
6
Q
Stopping Potential
A
When an electrons are attracted back to the metal by giving a sufficient positive charge
