Molybdenum is used as a target element for production of X-rays b… - Vidyadip

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Molybdenum is used as a target element for production of $X$-rays because it is

A
A heavy element and can easily absorb high velocity electrons
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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 option: B.

A heavy element with a high melting point

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

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