Explain why an atom that can be ionized by light of wavelength cannot be ionized by…

PHYSICS · Subjective · CBSE · Physics · Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter · Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter

Problem

Explain why an atom that can be ionized by light of wavelength

91.2\,\text{nm}

cannot be ionized by light of wavelength

150\,\text{nm}

. Your answer should reference the relationship between photon wavelength and the binding energy.