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Electron emission from a metallic surface by application of light is known as 

A. Thermionic emission 

B. Photoelectric emission 

C. High field emission 

D. Autoelectronic emission

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Correct option (b) Photoelectric emission

Explanation:

Electron emission from a metallic surface by the application of light is known as photoelectric emission. 

When a beam of light strikes the surface of cathode the energy of photons of light is transfer to the free electrons of cathode.

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