Characteristic X-rays: Direction of Emission?

In summary, the question posed on the Physics forum was about the direction in which characteristic x-rays are emitted from an Iron sample. The response explained that there is no favored direction for the emitted x-rays, but they may be affected by the crystallographic planes of the target material. Further research and investigation is recommended for more specific information on the intensity and direction of emitted x-rays.
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Hello physics forum,

I'm running an experiment where characteristic x-ray are produced from an Iron sample, and I was just wondering if these x-rays are emitted in any random direction, or is there a "favored" direction they can be emitted in? Thank you in advance.

Neville.
 
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There have been some studies investigating dependence of yield on the direction relative to different crystallographic planes (i.e., on single crystal targets). I know the intensity is not isotropic, but don't remember much more than that. You'll have to search the literature with some of these keywords to find any numbers.
 
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There is no particular direction of released X-rays after hitting the target(in your case iron). But the rays which are released on this interaction will mixed up with Bremsstrahlung(braking radiation) and released as a sprectrum. its depend on the material what you using at the target side.
hope this cleared for you. contact if you have further queries.
 

What are characteristic X-rays and how are they produced?

Characteristic X-rays are a type of electromagnetic radiation that is produced when an atom's inner electron transitions to a lower energy level. This results in the emission of an X-ray photon with a unique energy level, which is specific to the element that the atom belongs to.

What determines the direction of emission for characteristic X-rays?

The direction of emission for characteristic X-rays is determined by the location of the atom within the material, as well as the energy level of the emitted photon. When an electron transitions to a lower energy level, it can either be emitted in a specific direction or in a completely random direction.

How do scientists measure the direction of emission for characteristic X-rays?

Scientists use a technique called X-ray diffraction, where the X-rays are directed onto a crystal and the resulting diffraction pattern is analyzed to determine the direction of emission. This technique is commonly used in materials science and mineralogy.

Why is the direction of emission for characteristic X-rays important?

The direction of emission for characteristic X-rays is important for understanding the atomic structure of materials. By analyzing the direction of emission, scientists can determine the arrangement of atoms within a material, which can provide valuable insights into its properties and potential applications.

Can the direction of emission for characteristic X-rays be controlled?

The direction of emission for characteristic X-rays cannot be controlled, as it is determined by the properties of the atom and the energy level of the emitted photon. However, scientists can manipulate the angle at which the X-rays are directed onto the material to obtain a specific diffraction pattern for analysis.

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