Röntgengolflengte

Röntgengolflengte, also known as X-ray wavelength, refers to the distance between successive corresponding points of the same waveform of an X-ray, which is a form of electromagnetic radiation. X-rays have wavelengths in the range of 0.01 to 10 nanometers, corresponding to frequencies in the range 30 petahertz to 30 exahertz (3 × 10^16 Hz to 3 × 10^19 Hz) and energies in the range 100 eV to 100 keV. They are shorter in wavelength than UV light and longer than gamma rays.

X-rays are produced by the deceleration of electrons, typically by bombardment of a metal target with high-energy electrons. The wavelength of X-rays is determined by the energy of the electrons and the atomic number of the target material. The shorter the wavelength, the higher the energy of the X-rays.

X-rays have a wide range of applications, including medical imaging, crystallography, and security screening. In medical imaging, X-rays are used to create images of the inside of the body, allowing doctors to diagnose and treat various conditions. In crystallography, X-rays are used to determine the atomic and molecular structure of a crystal. In security screening, X-rays are used to detect contraband and other forbidden items.

The study of X-rays and their properties is an important area of research in physics and engineering. Scientists continue to explore the potential of X-rays in various fields, including materials science, biology, and environmental science.