$A$ metal surface is illuminated by radiation of wavelength $4500 \; \mathring A$. The ejected photoelectron enters a constant magnetic field of $2 \; mT$ making an angle of $90^{\circ}$ with the magnetic field. If it starts revolving in a circular path of radius $2 \; mm$,the work function of the metal is approximately ............. $eV$.

  • A
    $1.36$
  • B
    $1.69$
  • C
    $2.78$
  • D
    $2.23$

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