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X-rays are a part of the electromagnetic spectrum. It consists of electromagnetic waves that have unique characteristics based on their wavelength or frequency.
Human beings can only perceive light that has a wavelength about 10-6 metres. This spectrum consists of all visible lights, from red to violet. X-rays, on the other hand have a wavelength of 10-10 metres, much beyond the range of the electromagnetic spectrum that is visible to the naked eye.
It is therefore not possible to see X-rays, although all of the electromagnetic spectrum is fundamentally the same. It is the inherent property of the human eye to be able to see only the frequencies that are present in the visible spectrum
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoVisible light and X-rays are the same physical phenomenon, and travel with the same speed.
They differ in . . .
-- frequency (X-rays are higher)
-- wavelength (visible are longer)
-- energy per photon (X-rays are higher)
-- damage to living tissue (X-rays cause more)
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∙ 13y agoNo. Human eyes can not see light at the X ray part of the spectrum.
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∙ 13y agoThe only type of radiation that humans can see is visible radiation. That is only because we have special cells in our eyes that allows us the see it.
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∙ 12y agoNo, x-rays travel at the same observable speed as any other electromagnetic wave including light.
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∙ 11y ago-- frequency
-- wavelength
-- penetration
-- energy per quantum
-- absorption in air
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∙ 10y agoMost are absorbed by the atmosphere.
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What percents of xrays are produced in a photoelectric effect?
The amount of xrays produced in a photoelectric effect varies. . . . alot.
How is the surface of the moon like the surface of Mars?
I dont know sorry
How does a nurse use math in x ray?
They dont, nurses dont take xrays! Radiologic technologist take xrays!
What would not have been discovered without the atom bomb?
Xrays would have not been invented but i dont know bout the rest Xrays would have not been invented but i dont know bout the rest
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They're largely absorbed by air.
How do xenolith and xenocryst reach earth's surface?
i dont know thats what im trying to figure out
Does xrays go through earths atmosphere?
No, the earth's atmosphere reflects and absorbs x-rays, so they do not make it to the surface.
Why do meteorites reach the surface of the Moon then the surface of the Earth?
More reach the surface of the moon because there is no atmosphere to heat and burn them up.
What do xrays have to do with the holocaust?
They experimented with xrays on the prisoners in the concentration camps. Mostly at Auschwitz.
How do xenoliths and xenocrysts reach the surface?
They usually reach Earth's surface when they are entrained (carried along with) within molten material from depth that is erupted onto the earth's surface.
How much does a series of knee xrays cost?
I just got my xrays taken for my left knee, it was four xrays for $100, it may be more other places
Which wave type is formed when the waves reach the Earths surface?
L waves are formed when P&S waves reach the surface.
Which wave type is formed when the wave reach the earths surface?
L waves are formed when P&S waves reach the surface.
Is it true that only three or four meteorites reach earths surface each year?
No it is not true. Many, many meteorites reach the earth's surface.
