What prevents free electrons in metals from leaving the surface?
Electron Emission

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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The repulsive force of other electrons
The attractive force of the nucleus
The magnetic field of the metal
The gravitational pull of the Earth
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the unit of measurement for the work function of a metal?
Newtons
Watts
Electron volts
Joules
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which factor does NOT affect the work function of a metal?
Presence of an electric field
Surface impurities
Temperature of the environment
Nature of the metal
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In which process do electrons gain energy from heat to leave a metal surface?
Chemical emission
Thermionic emission
Photoelectric emission
Field emission
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the term for electrons emitted when light hits a metal surface?
Lightons
Field electrons
Photoelectrons
Thermions
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