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PHY 104 PHY 104 Past Questions Objective Question

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The photon model of light is more appropriate than the wave model in explaining
Options
A interference
B refraction
C polarization
D photoelectric emission
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The photoelectric effect is best explained by the photon model, where light consists of particles (photons) with energy E = hf.

Hint

The photoelectric effect required the particle nature of light.

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