If the work function of a metal is $\phi$ and the frequency of the incident light is $\nu$,there is no emission of photoelectrons if:

  • A
    $\nu < \frac{\phi}{h}$
  • B
    $\nu = \frac{\phi}{h}$
  • C
    $\nu > \frac{\phi}{h}$
  • D
    $\nu \geq \frac{\phi}{h}$

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