What are the uses of X-rays?

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X-rays: X-ray is the electromagnetic radiation of the extremely short wavelength and high frequency, with wavelengths ranging from about $10^{- 8} t o 10^{- 12} m e t r e$ and corresponding frequencies from about $10^{16} t o 10^{20} h e r t z (H z)$ .
Uses of X-rays:
X-rays are used to check the bags at the airport.
X-rays are used to identify the fracture.
X-rays help in identifying the infection in the bones, teeth, etc.

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