What does the hardness of $X$-rays obtained from an $X$-ray tube indicate?

  • A
    Current in the filament
  • B
    Air pressure in the tube
  • C
    Nature of the target
  • D
    Potential difference $(p.d.)$ between the cathode and the target

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