JAMB Physics 2013 Question 48

Question 48

Modern Physics

The particle nature of light is demonstrated by the

  1. A.photoelectric effect.
  2. B.speed of light.
  3. C.colours of light.
  4. D.diffraction of light.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (photoelectric effect.)

Explanation

The photoelectric effect can only be explained if light comes in packets (photons), which shows its particle nature. Diffraction is a wave effect.