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In X-ray tube, electrons after being accelerated through velocity 'v' strike the target, then the wavelength of emitted X-rays is:

Correct answer: D. Greater than or equal to hc/eV

  • A. Not greater than hc/eV
  • B. . Not less than hc/eV
  • C. Equal to the h/mV
  • D. Greater than or equal to hc/eV

Explanation

Greater than or equal to hc/eV: This option suggests that the wavelength of emitted X-rays is at least equal to the value of hc/eV. This option is correct because the wavelength of X-rays emitted from the X-ray tube is directly related to the energy of the X-rays, which is determined by the accelerating voltage.Based on the correct understanding of X-ray emission in an X-ray tube, the correct answer is option d) Greater than or equal to hc/eV.Please note that 'h' represents Planck's constant, 'c' represents the speed of light, 'e' represents the electron charge, 'V' represents the accelerating voltage, and 'm' represents the electron mass.

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