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American Journal of Physics -- August 2003 -- Volume 71, Issue 8, pp. 766

A novel empirical study of the photoelectric effect in thin gold films

G. D. Earle, B. L. Copp, J. H. Klenzing, and R. L. Bishop

Physics Department, Box FO22, The University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, Texas 75083-0688

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We describe a simple experiment designed to stimulate deeper understanding of the photoelectric effect, including the effects of thin metal films on both incident ultraviolet photons and liberated photoelectrons. Interpretation of the results teaches principles of critical thinking and curve-fitting that can benefit students throughout their scientific careers. © 2003 American Association of Physics Teachers.

© 2003 American Association of Physics Teachers

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PACS

  • 01.50.Pa

    Laboratory experiments and apparatus

  • 73.61.At

    Metal and metallic alloys

  • 72.40.+w

    Photoconduction and photovoltaic effects

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History
Received Nov 2002
Accepted Mar 2003
Online Jul 2003

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0002-9505 (print)  

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