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50% of the X-ray coming from a Coolidge tube is able to pass through n 0.1 mm thick aluminium foil. The potential difference between the target and the filament is increased. The thickness of aluminium foil, which will allow 50% of the X-ray to pass through will be

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Zero
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< 0.1 mm
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0.1 mm
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> 0.1 mm
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Solution

The correct option is B > 0.1 mm
As the potential difference is increased, frequency and intensity both increase. Hence, to allow same 50% of waves to pass through, thickness of plate required will be more than 0.1 mm.

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