If the threshold wavelength of light for photoelectric emission to take place from a metal surface is $6250 \ \text{Å}$, then the work function of the metal is (Planck's constant $= 6.6 \times 10^{-34} \ \text{Js}$) (in $\text{eV}$)

  • A
    $3.98$
  • B
    $1.98$
  • C
    $2.98$
  • D
    $4.98$

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