AIIMS2003Physics-Modern Physics
AIIMS 2003 Physics X-rays MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Characteristic X⁻rays are produced due to
A
transfer of momentum in collision of electrons with target atoms
B
transition of electron from higher to lower electrons orbits in an atom
C
heating of the target
D
transfer of energy in collision of electrons with atoms in the target
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
When the high energy electron hits the target and takes out an electron from the inner orbit, there is a possibility of an outer electron to fall down to fill up that vacancy.
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