When a Particular Metal Is Illuminated with Photons,one Electron Is

question 61

Multiple Choice

When a particular metal is illuminated with photons,one electron is observed for each absorbed photon.What effect would decreasing the wavelength and number of photons have on the electrons leaving the surface?

• A)There would be more electrons leaving the surface.
• B)They would have higher kinetic energy.
• C)The electron velocity would be lower.
• D)The kinetic energy of the electrons would be lower.
• E)Two photons might be required to eject the electrons.