Material X has a threshold wavelength of

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Problem

Material X has a threshold wavelength of 300 nm300\,\text{nm}, whereas Material Y has a threshold wavelength of 500 nm500\,\text{nm}. Which statement about their work functions is most accurate? (a) Material Y has a larger work function than Material X. (b) Material X and Material Y have the same work function. (c) Material X has a larger work function than Material Y. (d) The work functions cannot be compared using threshold wavelength information alone.

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