Energy and Momentum of a Photon
 

Energy and Momentum of a Photon problem 5


The work function for electrons in a metal is equal to 26 eV. The surface of this metal is irradiated with X-rays. In doing so, electrons are emitted from the metal, the kinetic energy of which is measured. What is the maximum kinetic energy that the emitted electrons can have if the X-ray tube is operated at 1.2 kV?


 

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