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The incorrect statement among the following is (I = Intensity of incident radiation, f = frequency of incident radiation):

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For photoelectric effect: \(K_\text{max} = h f - \phi\), current \(\propto I\), stopping potential independent of intensity.
Updated On: Jun 19, 2026
  • Maximum kinetic energy of photoelectron varies linearly with \(f\)
  • Maximum kinetic energy of photoelectron is independent of \(I\)
  • Photoelectric current is directly proportional to \(I\)
  • Stopping potential is proportional to \(I\)
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Photoelectric effect equation.
\[ K_\text{max} = h f - \phi \] where \(K_\text{max}\) is maximum kinetic energy, \(h\) Planck’s constant, \(f\) frequency, \(\phi\) work function.

Step 2: Dependence on frequency.

Kinetic energy depends linearly on \(f\), not on intensity \(I\).

Step 3: Photoelectric current.

Current depends on the number of photons, i.e., directly proportional to \(I\).

Step 4: Stopping potential.

Stopping potential \(V_0 = K_\text{max}/e\), independent of \(I\), depends on \(f\).

Step 5: Conclusion.

Statement (4) is incorrect because stopping potential is not proportional to intensity.
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