The Characteristic Peaks in an X-Ray Spectrum of an Atom

question 118

Multiple Choice

The characteristic peaks in an x-ray spectrum of an atom occur because

• A)of photon absorption.
• B)of the photoelectric effect.
• C)electrons in the atom make transitions to lower energy levels.
• D)of the uncertainty principle.
• E)of rapid deceleration of the bombarding electrons.

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