Figure shows a simple X-ray tube. $P_{1}$ and $P_{2}$ are power supplies which generate $6 V$ and $40000 V$ respectively. Show how you connect these power supplies to the X-ray tube so that it starts producing X-rays.

Important Questions on X-Rays

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ISC Physics Class 12, Part-2>Chapter 12 - X-Rays>QUESTIONS>Q 10

Why is the structure of crystals studied by X-rays?

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ISC Physics Class 12, Part-2>Chapter 12 - X-Rays>QUESTIONS>Q 11

The phenomenon of X-ray production is also called 'inverse photoelectric effect', why?

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ISC Physics Class 12, Part-2>Chapter 12 - X-Rays>QUESTIONS>Q 12

Explain why there is a maximum frequency for the X-rays produced in an X-ray tube operating at a certain voltage.

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ISC Physics Class 12, Part-2>Chapter 12 - X-Rays>QUESTIONS>Q 13

State any one difference between characteristic X-rays and continuous X-rays.

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ISC Physics Class 12, Part-2>Chapter 12 - X-Rays>QUESTIONS>Q 1

Explain the production of X-rays by Coolidge tube with the help of a diagram. How are the intensity and the penetrating power of the X-rays controlled in this?

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ISC Physics Class 12, Part-2>Chapter 12 - X-Rays>QUESTIONS>Q 2

What is meant by soft and hard X-rays?

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ISC Physics Class 12, Part-2>Chapter 12 - X-Rays>QUESTIONS>Q 3

Draw a labelled diagram of a Coolidge tube and explain Why is the target made of a heavy element and what is the relation between the minimum wavelength of the continuous spectrum and the voltage applied across the X-ray tube? Give necessary formula.

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ISC Physics Class 12, Part-2>Chapter 12 - X-Rays>QUESTIONS>Q 3

Draw a labelled diagram of a Coolidge tube and explain the origin of X-rays. What is the relation between the minimum wavelength of the continuous spectrum and the voltage applied across the X-ray tube? Give necessary formula.