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What radiations occur when the electrons are used in radio therapy?

What radiations occur when the electrons are used in radio therapy? Correct Answer Bremsstrahlung Radiation

When an electron moves towards the body, it has charge and energy. On collision with the body, it releases some of its energy and changes its directions. This released energy is given out as radiation. This is Bremsstrahlung Radiation.

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