If the work function of $Na$ metal is $2.3 \ eV$,in which of the following regions of the $EM$ spectrum does the threshold wavelength lie?

  • A
    Ultraviolet
  • B
    $X$-ray
  • C
    Violet
  • D
    Yellow

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