Which one of the following is not a property of the X-rays?

X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation, similar to visible light and gamma rays, but with much shorter wavelengths, typically ranging from 0.01 nm to 10 nm [3]. Because X-ray photons carry no electrical charge and have no rest mass, they are not deflected by electric or magnetic fields [4]. This distinguishes them from charged particles like alpha or beta rays, which can be steered by such fields [4]. X-rays possess high energy, which is inversely proportional to their wavelength, granting them significant penetrating power through matter [2]. This penetration depth depends on the radiation's wavelength and the density of the material [2]. Therefore, the statement that X-rays are deflected by electric fields is incorrect, as they are charge-neutral photons that travel in straight lines [4].

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1. [3] https://www.arpansa.gov.au/understanding-radiation/what-is-radiation/ionising-radiation/x-ray
2. [2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK546155/
3. [4] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penetration_depth