The process of emission of electrons from a metal surface by heating is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The process of emission of electrons from a metal surface by heating is
A. Thermionic emission
B. Photoelectric emission
C. Field emission
D. Secondary emission
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Thermionic emission: heat supplies energy to overcome work function.

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