10 Questions
What is the dominant factor influencing contrast in medical imaging, particularly in identifying breast tumors?
Photoelectric absorption effect
Which atomic model is associated with the depiction of the atom as a nucleus surrounded by electrons traveling in circular orbits?
Bohr's atomic model
In X-ray imaging, what property of tissues allows for differentiation based on density and chemical composition?
Interactions with photons
What fundamental concept is highlighted in the document that explains the interactions of photons with matter in medical imaging?
Electromagnetic radiation
Which law related to radiation attenuation is emphasized in the document for its practical relevance in medical imaging and radiation protection?
Inverse Square Law of Attenuation
Which of the following interactions of photons with matter involves the complete absorption of a photon?
Pair production
What term is used to describe the reduction in radiation intensity as the distance from the radiation source increases?
Attenuation
How is the energy associated with photons denoted?
Electronvolts
What are the three major interactions of photons with matter discussed in the document?
Photoelectric absorption, Compton scattering, pair production
In what field can understanding ionizing radiation have a significant impact according to the document?
Medicine
Test your knowledge on ionising radiation with this quiz covering topics such as electromagnetic radiation, particulate radiation, and photon interactions with matter. Explore how ionising radiation is absorbed in the human body and its impact on medical applications.
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