Photons And Electrons Flashcards
1
Q
Energy of a proton
A
Is directly proportional to the frequency of light
2
Q
Photoelectric effect
A
The process that occurs when light shines on a metal and electrons are ejected
3
Q
Significance of photoelectric effect
A
It establishes the quantum theory and it illustrates the particle nature of light
4
Q
Threshold frequency
A
The minimum frequency of incident radiation at which electrons will be emitted from a particular metal
5
Q
Work function
A
The minimum amount of energy needed to emit an electron from the surface of a metal
