Dual Nature Of Light Question 462

Question: Molybdenum is used as a target element for production of X-rays because it is [CPMT 1980; RPET 1999]

Options:

A) A heavy element and can easily absorb high velocity electrons

B) A heavy element with a high melting point

C) An element having high thermal conductivity

D) Heavy and can easily deflect electrons

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

In X-ray tube, target must be heavy element with high melting point.