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Tamil Nadu Board of Secondary EducationHSC Science Class 12

What is a photocell?

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What is a photocell?

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Photoelectric cell or photocell is a device which converts light energy into electrical energy. It works on the principle of the photoelectric effect.

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Chapter 8: Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter - Evaluation [Page 137]

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Samacheer Kalvi Physics - Volume 1 and 2 [English] Class 12 TN Board
Chapter 8 Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
Evaluation | Q II. 7. | Page 137

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