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Which one of the following statement is wrong, in the context of X-rays generated from X-ray tube?
PhysicsElectromagnetic WavesNEET
Options:
  • A Wavelength of characteristic X-rays decreases when the atomic number of the target increases
  • B Cut-off wavelength of the continuous X-rays depends on the atomic number of the target
  • C Intensity of the characteristic X-rays depends on the electrical power given to the X-ray tube
  • D Cut-off wavelength of the continuous X-rays depends on the energy of the electrons in X-ray tube
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Cut-off wavelength of the continuous X-rays depends on the atomic number of the target
Cut-off wavelength depends on the applied voltage not on the atomic number of the target. Characteristic wavelengths depends on the atomic number of target.

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