Question

multiple choice question
what is it called when light of a certain frequency is shined on a metal and electrons are emitted from the metals surface?
o the electromagnetic spectrum
o the photoelectric effect
o beta decay
o an interference pattern

Explanation:

The electromagnetic spectrum refers to the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation. Beta decay is a type of radioactive decay. An interference pattern is related to the superposition of waves. The photoelectric effect is specifically the phenomenon where light (of sufficient frequency) shines on a metal and electrons are emitted from the metal's surface.

Answer:

the photoelectric effect