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Which particles at the surface hold free electrons inside the metal?

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Question

Which particles at the surface hold free electrons inside the metal?

Options

  • Photons from light sensors

  • Emitted electrons

  • Positive ions

  • Electrons in vacuum tubes

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Solution

Positive ions at the metal surface attract free electrons inward. Their attraction is the barrier an escaping electron must overcome.

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