Photons & Electrons Flashcards

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Threshold frequency ( cut-off) (Fo)

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The minimum frequency of incident radiation at which electrons will be emitted from a particular metal

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Work function (Wo)

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The minimum amount of energy needed to emit an electron from the surface of a metal (material specific)

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