MCQ
A photocell is illuminated by a small bright source placed $1\ m$ away. When the same source of light is placed $\frac 12m$ away, the number of electrons emitted by photo cathode would
  • A
    Decrease by a factor of $2$
  • B
    Increase by a factor of $2$
  • C
    Decrease by a factor of $4$
  • Increase by a factor of $4$

Answer

Correct option: D.
Increase by a factor of $4$
Increase by a factor of $4$

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