Photoelectric effect and frequency

In summary, the range of photon energies in visible light is between 1.65 eV and 3.26 eV. The energy of an FM photon with a frequency of 100 MHz cannot be determined without knowing the threshold frequency.
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Homework Statement



the wavelengths of visible light range from about 380 nm to 750 nm. what is the range of photon energies (in eV) in visible light? a typical fm radio station's broadcast frequency is about 100Mhz. what is the energy of an FM photon of the frequency?

Homework Equations


eVo=hf-(phi)
phi=hfo
i don't know how to get fo which is the threshold frequency. that's the only part I am stuck with

The Attempt at a Solution


i don't know how to get fo which is the threshold frequency.
 
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The energy of a photon of frequency [itex]f[/itex] is given by [itex]E=hf[/itex].

[itex]eV_0=hf-hf_0[/itex] allows you to determine the difference in electric potential necessary to make electrons in a material with a threshold frequency [itex]f_0[/itex] to emit photons of frequency [itex]f[/itex]. This equation is useless to you here. You are simply asked to determine the energies of photons of a given wavelength or frequency.
 

Related to Photoelectric effect and frequency

1. What is the photoelectric effect?

The photoelectric effect is the phenomenon where electrons are emitted from a material when it is exposed to light or other electromagnetic radiation.

2. How does frequency affect the photoelectric effect?

The frequency of the incident light has a direct impact on the energy of the emitted electrons. Higher frequency light (such as ultraviolet) will result in more energetic electrons being emitted from the material.

3. What is the threshold frequency in the photoelectric effect?

The threshold frequency is the minimum frequency of light required to cause the emission of electrons from a material. Below this frequency, no electrons will be emitted regardless of the intensity of the light.

4. What is the work function in the photoelectric effect?

The work function is the minimum amount of energy required to remove an electron from the surface of a material. It is a characteristic property of the material and is dependent on the metal's composition and structure.

5. What are some practical applications of the photoelectric effect?

The photoelectric effect has many practical applications, including solar panels, photodiodes, and photocells. It also plays a crucial role in various technologies such as photography, scanning, and night vision goggles.

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