The $K_{\alpha}$ $X$-ray emission line of tungsten occurs at $\lambda = 0.021 \ nm$. The energy difference between $K$ and $L$ levels in this atom is about:

  • A
    $0.51 \ MeV$
  • B
    $1.2 \ MeV$
  • C
    $59 \ keV$
  • D
    $13.6 \ eV$

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