How to Calculate the Maximum Energy of Ejected Electrons?

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around calculating the maximum energy of ejected electrons in the context of photoelectric effect, given a specific radiation wavelength and stopping potential.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants attempt to apply the kinetic energy equation for photoelectrons, questioning the correctness of their calculations and the interpretation of the stopping potential.

Discussion Status

There are multiple interpretations of the maximum kinetic energy, with some participants suggesting different values and questioning the calculations of others. Guidance has been offered regarding the use of given values in the problem.

Contextual Notes

Participants are discussing the work function and its relation to the stopping potential, with some uncertainty about the correct approach to calculating maximum energy.

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Homework Statement


What is the maximum energy of the ejected electrons? When the radiation wavelength is 100 nm, and the stopping potential of the metal is 8.


Homework Equations


KE = hc/wavelength - Wo


The Attempt at a Solution


I found the work function and the cut off wavelength to be the following but I can't figure out the max energy...

KE = hc/wavelength - Wo

Wo = work function = { (6.63 *10^-34)(3*10^8) / (100 *10^9) } - (1.6*10^-19)(8)
Fo = cut off frequency = Wo / (6.63 *10^-34)
 
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I think I have an answer, but I don't know if it is right...

E = Wo + KE, where Wo = 1.225*10^-19, in which I solved for
E = hc/lambda = 6.62*10^-34 * 3*10^8 / 150*10^-19 = 1.324*10^-18

E = Wo + KE
1.324*10^-18 = 1.225*10^-19 + KE

KE = 1.2015*10^-19?

Can someone tell me if this is right?
 
If it is not too late...

The max k.e. should be 8 eV
 
john54 said:
If it is not too late...

The max k.e. should be 8 eV

It's never too late. I think I got this problem wrong then. Can you explain how you got 8?
 
Panic Attack said:
KE = hc/wavelength - Wo
You are given wavelength and Wo in the problem statement, and are asked to calculate KE. You seem to be over-complicating things. (The answer is not 8 eV, by the way.)
 
Redbelly98 said:
You are given wavelength and Wo in the problem statement, and are asked to calculate KE. You seem to be over-complicating things. (The answer is not 8 eV, by the way.)

teheheh... I got it right den... :)
 

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