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.

Found an issue with this question?