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Topic 19: Quantum Physics Flashcards

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Photon

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A discrete packet of energy of electromagnetic radiation.

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Photoelectric effect

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The emission of electrons when electromagnetic radiation of high-enough frequency is incident on a metal surface.

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Threshold frequency

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The minimum frequency of electromagnetic radiation to cause emission of electron from the surface of a metal.

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