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What term is used to describe the particles of light that are shot...

What term is used to describe the particles of light that are shot at a metal surface in the photoelectric effect?

Options

  1. AElectrons
  2. BProtons
  3. CNeutrons
  4. DPhotons

Correct answer

D. Photons

Step-by-step solution

The particles of light that are shot at a metal surface in the photoelectric effect are referred to as photons.
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