Question:

In photoelectric effect, keeping the frequency of incident radiation and accelerating potential fixed, if the intensity of incident light is increased,

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Stopping potential rises linearly with the frequency above threshold.
Updated On: Oct 1, 2026
  • the photoelectric current increases.
  • the kinetic energy of emitted photoelectrons increases.
  • photoelectric current decreases.
  • kinetic energy of emitted photoelectrons decreases.
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Einstein's equation gives \(eV_0 = hv - h v_0\), so \(V_0 = \frac hev - \frac{hv_0}{e}\).

Step 2: Effect:
The stopping potential increases linearly with the frequency (slope \(\frac he\)), and does not depend on intensity. So when v increases with all else constant, \(V_0\) increases.

Final Answer:
The stopping potential increases, option (C). \[ \boxed{\text{increases}} \]
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