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Dental X-Rays

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Which component of dental x-ray film is responsible for providing a stable support for the emulsion?

Film base (correct)

Protective layer

Adhesive layer

Film emulsion

What is the purpose of the adhesive layer in dental x-ray film?

To attach the emulsion to the base (correct)

To emphasize contrast and enhance image quality

To provide strength to the film base

To protect the film from heat and moisture

What are the two types of silver halide crystals found in the film emulsion of dental x-ray film?

Silver chloride and silver bromide

Silver bromide and silver fluoride

Silver iodide and silver chloride

Silver bromide and silver iodide (correct)

Where are the silver halide crystals located on the film?

In the emulsion of the film Signup and view all the answers

Which type of x-ray film requires less radiation exposure to produce an image?

Intraoral film Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the lead foil sheet in the intraoral x-ray film packet?

To prevent backscattered radiation Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the protective layer on the film?

To shield the film from manipulation and damage Signup and view all the answers

Which type of film is commonly used in extraoral radiography?

Screen film Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an intensifying screen in extraoral radiography?

To convert x-ray energy into light Signup and view all the answers

Which type of screen emits green light in extraoral radiography?

Rare earth screen Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended temperature range for storing unexposed, unprocessed films?

50°F to 70°F Signup and view all the answers

Which size periapical film is used primarily to examine the anterior teeth in adults?

Size 1 Signup and view all the answers

What type of film is used to examine interproximal tooth surfaces and crestal bone level?

Bite-wing film Signup and view all the answers

What size film is used to take a bitewing on a 3-year-old child?

Size 0 Signup and view all the answers

Which film speed is currently recommended by the ADA and AAOMR for intraoral radiography?

F-speed film Signup and view all the answers