In an X-ray tube it is observed that the intensity of X-rays increases when potential difference across the filament is increased.

      

In an X-ray tube it is observed that the intensity of X-rays increases when potential difference across the filament is increased. Explain this observation

  

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John
An increase in potential difference (p.d) increases the heating effect. This produces more electrons by thermionic emission. As result more intense x-rays are produced.
johnmulu answered the question on February 20, 2017 at 08:03


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