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Figure 13 shows the features of an X-ray tube.

Figure 13 shows the features of an X-ray tube.
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(i) Name the parts labeled A and B.
(ii) Explain how a change in the potential across PQ changes the intensity of the X -rays produced in the tube.
(iii) During the operation of the tube, the target becomes very hot. Explain how this heat is caused.
(iv) What property of lead makes it suitable for use as shielding material?

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John
(i) A -electron beam

B - copper Anode

(ii) When potential across PQ is increased, the temperature of the cathode increases. This increases the number of electrons released hence the intensity of X - rays

(iii) Most of the Kinetic energy is lost to heat.

(iv) It has very high density.
johnmulu answered the question on June 6, 2017 at 05:48

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