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Explain Planck's quantum theory and the relationship between energy and frequency of incident radiation.
Planck's quantum theory states that energy is emitted or absorbed in discrete packets called quantas or photons. The energy possessed by each photon is directly proportional to the frequency of incident radiation, and it is represented by the equation E = hν, where E is the energy, h is Planck's constant, and ν is the frequency of radiation.
What are the properties of a photon according to the given text?
According to the given text, the properties of a photon are: it does not have any charge, all the quantum numbers are zero, it moves with the speed of light in empty space, during the interaction with matter it behaves as if it is made up of small particles called photons, and its frequency does not change when it goes from one medium to another.
Define the photoelectric effect and explain the phenomenon.
The photoelectric effect is the phenomenon of metals releasing electrons when they are exposed to light of suitable frequency. It demonstrates that light behaves as if it is made up of small particles called photons, and the energy of the released electrons is directly proportional to the frequency of the incident light.
How does Planck's quantum theory explain the emission and absorption of energy?
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Study Notes
Planck's Quantum Theory
- Introduced the concept that energy is quantized, meaning it comes in discrete packets (quanta) rather than being continuous
- Proposed that the energy of each quantum (photon) is directly proportional to its frequency, not its intensity
Properties of Photons
- Have both wave-like and particle-like properties
- Possess energy and momentum, but no mass
- Travel at the speed of light in a vacuum
Photoelectric Effect
- Phenomenon where light hitting a metal surface can eject electrons from the surface
- Increases in intensity of light do not increase the energy of the ejected electrons
- However, increasing the frequency of light does increase the energy of the ejected electrons
Emission and Absorption of Energy
- According to Planck's quantum theory, energy is emitted and absorbed in discrete quanta (photons)
- The energy of each photon is dependent on its frequency, with higher frequency photons having more energy
Frequency and Energy of Incident Radiation
- The energy of each photon (E) is directly proportional to its frequency (f), given by the equation E = hf, where h is Planck's constant
- As the frequency of incident radiation increases, the energy possessed by each photon also increases
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Test your knowledge of the photoelectric effect and Planck's quantum theory with this quiz. Explore the concept of energy being quantized into discrete packets called photons and their relationship to the frequency of incident radiation. See how well you understand the key principles and equations involved in these important concepts in physics.
