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40% of the X-rays coming from a Coolidge tube can pass through 0.2 mm thick Al plate. The Anode voltage is increased. Now 40% of the X-rays will pass through Al foil of thickness.

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zero
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< 0.2 mm
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= 0.2 mm
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D
> 0.2 mm
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Solution

The correct option is C > 0.2 mm
As the potential difference is increased, frequency and intensity both increase. Hence, to allow same 40% of waves to pass through, thickness of plate reqd will be more than 0.2mm.
So, the answer is option (D).

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