The material of the cathode in a photocell is changed such that the work function of the surface changes from $W_1$ to $W_2$ $(W_2 > W_1)$. If the photocurrents emitted before and after changing the cathode surface are $I_1$ and $I_2$ respectively,and $hf > W_2$,then:

  • A
    $I_1 = I_2$
  • B
    $I_1 < I_2$
  • C
    $I_1 > I_2$
  • D
    $I_1 < I_2 < 2I_1$

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