12 Questions
What is the primary function of the x-ray imaging system?
Convert electric energy into electromagnetic energy (x-rays)
Which scientific field deals with stationary electric charges?
Electrostatics
What term is used to describe how electrons in motion create magnetism?
Electromagnetism
Why does a shock occur when you touch a metal doorknob after walking across a deep-pile carpet?
Due to friction causing electron transfer to the doorknob
What happens when an object has too few or too many electrons?
It becomes electrified
How does an electrified comb attract tiny pieces of paper?
By repelling some electrons in the paper
What are the electric charges associated with an electron and a proton?
Equal in magnitude and opposite in sign
How is electric energy converted in an x-ray imaging system?
Into electromagnetic energy
Which device converts electric energy into mechanical energy?
Electric motor
What is the study of stationary electric charges called?
Electrostatics
How can electrification be created?
By contact, friction, or induction
What is the primary function of an x-ray imaging system?
Convert electric energy into electromagnetic energy
Test your knowledge on electric charge and the primary function of an x-ray imaging system. Learn about the charges associated with an electron and a proton, and how electric energy is converted into electromagnetic energy in an x-ray tube.
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