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Statement-1
If the accelerating potential in an X-ray tube is increased, the wavelength of the characterstic X-rays do not change.
because
Statement-2
When an electron beam strikes the target in an X-ray tube, part of the kinetic energy is converted into X-ray energy.

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Knowledge Check

  • Which metal is used in the window of X-ray tubes ?

    A
    Zn
    B
    Mg
    C
    Be
    D
    Ca

  • What is the range of wavelength of X-rays ?

    A
    0.001 nm to 1 nm
    B
    `0.001 mu` to `1 mum`
    C
    `0.001 Å` to `1Å`
    D
    `0.001 cm` to 1 cm

  • An X ray tube is operated at 50kV, the maximum wavelength produced is……..A.

    A
    0.75
    B
    0.25
    C
    1
    D
    2.5

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