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If \( \lambda_{1} \) and \( \lambda_{2} \) be wavelengths of \( \gamma \)-rays and \( X \)-rays respectively then-
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Options:
  • A \( \lambda_{1}>\lambda_{2} \)
  • B \( \lambda_{1} < \lambda_{2} \)
  • C \( \lambda_{1}=\lambda_{2} \)
  • D None of the above
Solution:
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The correct answer is: \( \lambda_{1} < \lambda_{2} \)

Gamma rays have the highest frequency in the electromagnetic spectrum. X-rays, on the other hand, fall just below the gamma rays in the spectrum.
In terms of wavelength, the X-rays have a high wavelength compared to gamma rays.

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