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A Light Detector Based on the Photoelectric Effect Is Made

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A light detector based on the photoelectric effect is made with cesium metal. Cesium metal has a work function of 3.40 *10-19 J. What is the longest wavelength of light that one could expect to detect with this device?


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Echinoderms

A phylum of marine animals that includes starfish, sea urchins, sea cucumbers, and sand dollars, characterized by radial symmetry and a unique water vascular system.

Marine Habitats

natural habitats found in the oceans and seas which are home to a diverse range of marine organisms and ecosystems.

Detritivores

Organisms that feed on dead organic matter (detritus), breaking it down into smaller particles and contributing to the decomposition process.

Carnivores

Organisms that primarily obtain nutrients from the consumption of animal tissue.

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