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X-ray beam can be deflected...

X-ray beam can be deflected

A

by an electric field

B

by a magnetic field

C

by an electric field as well as by a magnetic field

D

neither by an electric field nor by a magnetic field

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### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Understanding X-rays**: - X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation, similar to visible light but with much higher energy and shorter wavelengths. 2. **Properties of X-rays**: - As electromagnetic waves, X-rays do not carry any electric charge. This is a crucial property that affects how they interact with electric and magnetic fields. 3. **Effect of Electric Fields**: - Electric fields exert forces on charged particles. Since X-rays do not have a charge, they will not experience any force when placed in an electric field. 4. **Effect of Magnetic Fields**: - Similarly, magnetic fields also interact with charged particles. Since X-rays are neutral, they will not be deflected by magnetic fields either. 5. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the X-ray beam cannot be deflected by either an electric field or a magnetic field. The correct answer to the question is option 4: neither by an electric field nor by a magnetic field. ### Final Answer The correct option is: **Option 4: Neither by an electric field nor by a magnetic field.** ---
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