In a photoelectric effect experiment,the cathode metal is exposed to light of wavelength $600 \ nm$. The maximum kinetic energy of the ejected electron doubles when light of wavelength $400 \ nm$ is used. The work function of the cathode metal is approximately: [Use $h=6.63 \times 10^{-34} \ J-s, c=3 \times 10^8 \ m/s$] (in $eV$)

  • A
    $1.58$
  • B
    $1.84$
  • C
    $1.02$
  • D
    $2.64$

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