If the binding energy of electrons in a metal is $250 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$,what should be the threshold frequency of the striking photons in order to free an electron from the metal surface?

  • A
    $6.26 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$
  • B
    $12.4 \times 10^{14} \ s^{-1}$
  • C
    $6.26 \times 10^{12} \ s^{-1}$
  • D
    $12.4 \times 10^{12} \ s^{-1}$

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