X-rays are produced using a potential difference of V.The spectrum of wavelengths is found to contain
A) a single wavelength.
B) all wavelengths from zero up to a maximum.
C) all wavelengths from a minimum to a maximum.
D) only discrete wavelengths.

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The fact that the spectrum contains a range of wavelengths indicates that the x-rays are produced via a process known as bremsstrahlung radiation, which occurs when high-energy electrons are decelerated by atoms in the target material. This results in a continuous spectrum of x-ray wavelengths ranging from a minimum (determined by the energy of the electrons) to a maximum (determined by the potential difference V). Therefore, the correct choice is C.

X-Rays Are Produced Using a Potential Difference of V