Photoelectric Effect: Quantum Physics Experiment with LEDs
Overview
Verifies light's particle nature and quantum theory. Nobel Prize-winning experiment demonstrating photons.
Why Do This Experiment?
This experiment teaches key concepts in Physics.
Materials Needed
- •Different color LED lights(1)
- •polished zinc plate(1)
- •electroscope(1)
- •dark box(1)
Step-by-Step Instructions
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1. Clean zinc plate surface
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2. Connect to electroscope
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3. Illuminate with different color LEDs
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4. Observe charge changes - only UV works
The Science Behind It
Verifies light's particle nature and quantum theory. Nobel Prize-winning experiment demonstrating photons.
Learning Outcomes
- ✓Understand basic physics concepts
- ✓Develop observation skills
- ✓Learn through hands-on experimentation
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