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Explain the term Photoelectric effect.

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The phenomenon of ejection of electrons from the surface of metal when light of suitable frequency strikes it is called photoelectric effect. The ejected electrons are called photoelectrons. 

Experimental results observed for the experiment of Photoelectric effect.

When beam of light falls on a metal surface electrons are ejectedimmediately. 

Number of electrons ejected is proportional to intensity or brightness of light. 

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