The question asks for the wavelength associated with a frequency of 50kHz. Although the question mentions an "electron produced from the surface of a metal," the given frequency is characteristic of an electromagnetic wave. We will calculate the wavelength of an electromagnetic wave with this frequency.
Step 1: Convert the given frequency from kilohertz (kHz) to hertz (Hz).
The frequency f=50kHz.
Since 1kHz=103Hz,
f=50×103Hz
Step 2: Use the formula relating the speed of light (c), wavelength (λ), and frequency (f).
The speed of light in a vacuum is approximately c=3.00×108m/s.
The formula is:
c=λf
To find the wavelength, rearrange the formula:
λ=fc
Step 3: Substitute the values and calculate the wavelength.
λ=50×103Hz3.00×108m/s
λ=5.0×1043.00×108m
λ=(5.03.00)×108−4m
λ=0.6×104m
λ=6×103m
Step 4: Compare the calculated wavelength with the given options.
(A) 6×10−6m
(B) 6×103m
(C) 5×10−6m
(D) 5×103m
The calculated wavelength matches option (B).
The final answer is B)6×103m.
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