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Which of the following regarding X Rays is INCORRECT:

Correct answer: A. Have higher wavelength than visible light

  • A. Have higher wavelength than visible light
  • B. They are part of electromagnetic spectrum
  • C. They are highly penetrating in soft body tissues
  • D. They are high energy photons

Explanation

This statement is incorrect. X-rays have a shorter wavelength than visible light, typically in the range of 0.01 to 10 nanometers, while visible light wavelengths range from about 400 to 700 nanometers.

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