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An isolated, initially neutral metal sphere of radius and work function is illuminated by light of wavelength . Photoelectrons leave until the sphere's potential stops further emission. Use , , , . The number of electrons emitted is closest to

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

Answer: C

Photon energy = 4.969 eV, so the maximum KE is 4.969 - 2.0 = 2.969 eV. Emission stops when the sphere reaches V = 2.969 V. Charge Q = 4 pi eps0 r V = (0.05)(2.969)/(9.0e9) = 1.650e-11 C. Number of electrons = Q/e = 1.031e+08.
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