Stopping Potential

PIRA 7A10.30

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Description:

The number of electrons released per second (the current) depends on the light intensity and frequency (color). These can be varied to find what determines the maximum kinetic energy of the electrons.

Recipe and
Location:

Section G
Section I
101 Beside Wipe Board

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Notes:

Use the gooseneck camera to show the current amplifier meter to the class. The light need to have the hood on it in order to cut the intensity of the light a bit. Plug the photoelectrometer into a volmeter using the 'meter' connections. Also plug it into the 0-5 VDC jacks of the Demo Power Supply using the 'battery' connections. You might have to switch the leads on the battery hookup to get the desired effect.