noun
characteristic X-ray
Technical term in physics and radiology; refers to X-rays emitted when an atom's inner-shell electron is replaced, producing a spectrum characteristic of the element.
特性Ｘ線は元素の同定に利用される。
Characteristic X-rays are used to identify elements.
Alternative spelling with エックス written out; less common in technical contexts.
Continuous X-rays have a broad spectrum, while characteristic X-rays have sharp peaks at specific energies unique to the target material.
Compound of 特性 (characteristic) and Ｘ線 (X-ray).