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50% of the X-ray coming from a Coolidge tube is able to pass through a 0.1 mm thick aluminum foil. The potential difference between the target and the filament is increased. The thickness of aluminum foil, which will allow 50% of the X-ray to pass through, will be

A

zero

B

`lt0.1 mm`

C

`0.1 mm`

D

`gt0.1 mm`

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