The characteristic X-rays spectrum is due to_____________?
Correct answer: C. The bombardment of target by electrons
- A. The illumination of the target metal by ultra-violet radiation
- B. The bombardment of the target by protons
- C. The bombardment of target by electrons
- D. The absorption of radiation by the target metal
Explanation
Characteristic X-rays arise when incident electrons eject inner-shell electrons from target atoms and electrons from higher shells fall into the vacancies, emitting photons of definite energies. The likely mistake is choosing absorption of radiation, which does not explain the discrete characteristic emission lines.
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