Module 2 : Structure analysis tools

Lecture 2 : X-ray diffraction and structural analysis

Wavelength range of X-rays in Electromagnetic spectrum:


Figure 2.01: Spectral range of electromagnetic waves.

Figure 2.01 depicts the spectral range of electromagnetic waves. The wavelength of X-rays is longer than gamma rays but shorter than ultraviolet rays. These rays are widely used for diagnostic radiography and crystallography, covering an extremely wide area.