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It is observed that characteristic X-ray spectra of elements show regularity. When frequency to the power 'n' i.e. vn of X-rays emitted is plotted against atomic number Z, the following graph is obtained.

The value of 'n' is

 

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Options:
  • A 1
  • B 2
  • C 12
  • D 3
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The correct answer is: 12

The statement of moseley's law is: “The square root of the frequency of the x-ray emitted by an atom is proportional to its atomic number”.

v  Z-b So n=12

Moseley is the scientist most directly responsible for realizing that the structure of the atom is key to understanding the elements themselves.

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