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JEE Advanced · Physics · 23. EM Waves

Statement I If the accelerating potential in an X-ray tube is increased, the wavelengths of the characteristic \(X\)-rays do not change.
Statement II When an electron beam strikes the target in an X-ray tube, part of the kinetic energy is converted into X-ray energy.

  1. A Statement I is true, Statement II is true; Statement II is a correct explanation for Statement I
  2. B Statement I is true, Statement II is true; Statement II is NOT a correct explanation for Statement I
  3. C Statement I is true, Statement II is false
  4. D Statement I is false, Statement II is true
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Correct Answer

(B) Statement I is true, Statement II is true; Statement II is NOT a correct explanation for Statement I

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Detailed explanation

Cut-off wavelength depends on the accelerating voltage, not the characteristic \(\mathrm{X}\)-rays. Further approximately \(2 \%\) kinetic energy of the electrons is utilised in producing X-rays. Rest \(98 \%\) is lost in heat.
\(\therefore\) Option (b) is correct.
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