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Question
Identify the part of the electromagnetic spectrum which:
- produces the heating effect.
- is absorbed by the ozone layer in the atmosphere.
- is used for studying crystal structure.
Write any one method of the production of each of the above radiations.
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Solution
- Infrared
- Ultraviolet
- X rays
Method of production:
- Infrared: By Nernst lamp.
- Ultraviolet: By arc of mercury.
- Xray: By Coolidge tube.
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