$X$-rays and gamma rays are both electromagnetic waves. Which of the following statements is true?
- AIn general,$X$-rays have a larger wavelength than gamma rays.
- B$X$-rays have a smaller wavelength than gamma rays.
- CGamma rays have a smaller frequency than $X$-rays.
- DThe wavelength and frequency of $X$-rays are both larger than those of gamma rays.
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View SolutionMatch List-$I$ (Electromagnetic wave type) with List-$II$ (Its association/application) and select the correct option from the choices given below the lists:
List-$I$ List-$II$ $a$. Infrared waves $i$. To treat muscular strain $b$. Radio waves $ii$. For broadcasting $c$. $X$-rays $iii$. To detect fracture of bones $d$. Ultraviolet rays $iv$. Absorbed by the ozone layer of the atmosphere
| List-$I$ | List-$II$ |
| $a$. Infrared waves | $i$. To treat muscular strain |
| $b$. Radio waves | $ii$. For broadcasting |
| $c$. $X$-rays | $iii$. To detect fracture of bones |
| $d$. Ultraviolet rays | $iv$. Absorbed by the ozone layer of the atmosphere |
Match List-$I$ with List-$II$:
List-$I$ (Electromagnetic wave) List-$II$ (Production) $A$. Microwave $I$. Electrons in atoms emit light when they move from a higher energy level to a lower energy level $B$. Visible light $II$. Radioactive decay of nucleus $C$. Gamma rays $III$. Vibration of atoms and molecules $D$. Infra-red rays $IV$. Klystron valve or magnetron valve
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
| List-$I$ (Electromagnetic wave) | List-$II$ (Production) |
|---|---|
| $A$. Microwave | $I$. Electrons in atoms emit light when they move from a higher energy level to a lower energy level |
| $B$. Visible light | $II$. Radioactive decay of nucleus |
| $C$. Gamma rays | $III$. Vibration of atoms and molecules |
| $D$. Infra-red rays | $IV$. Klystron valve or magnetron valve |
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