Dual Nature Of Light Question 488

Question: The binding energy of the innermost electron in tungsten is 40 keV. To produce characteristic X-rays using a tungsten target in an X-rays tube the potential difference V between the cathode and the anti-cathode should be [IIT 1985]

Options:

A) V< 40 kV

B) V $ \le $ 40 kV

C) V > 40 kV

D) V >/< 40 kV

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Applied voltage must be greater than binding energy.