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Which equation is Einstein’s photoelectric equation?

Correct answer C. ½mv²max = hf - Φ

Explanation

A photon's energy hf is used partly to overcome the work function Φ and the rest becomes the electron's maximum kinetic energy, so ½mv²max = hf - Φ.

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