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Physics Electron, Photon, Photoelectric Effect and X-rays Hard MCQ (Single Correct)

If the potential difference between the anode and cathode of the X-ray tube is increases

A
The peaks at R and S would move to shorter wavelength
B
The peaks at R and S would remain at the same wavelength and
C
The cut off wavelength at P would decrease both are correct

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Peaks on the graph represent characteristic -ray spectrum. Every peak has a certain wavelength, which depends upon the transition of electron inside the atom of the target. While depends upon the accelerating voltage (As. ).

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