10 Questions
What is the result of the electrons interacting with the target in all directions?
X-rays are produced.
What is the primary function of an X-RAY generator?
To produce X-RAYS
What is the role of the focussing cup in the X-ray production process?
It focuses the electrons onto the target.
What is the purpose of the X-RAY filter?
To allow the user to vary the X-RAY energy
What percentage of the energy supplied is converted into X-rays?
Less than 1%
What is the main advantage of using a X-RAY tube?
It provides a reliable and efficient source of X-RAYS
What is the term used to describe the process of converting electrical energy into X-rays?
The process is referred to as the 'target-anode assembly'.
What is the role of the X-RAY collimator?
To produce X-RAYS in a short time
What is the purpose of the high voltage applied to the target?
To accelerate the electrons.
What is the purpose of the X-RAY target material?
To produce X-RAYS when electrons interact with it
Test your knowledge of X-RAY technology, including X-RAY tubes, filters, generators, and safety standards. Learn about the principles and applications of X-RAY imaging in medical imaging. Evaluate your understanding of X-RAY quality, targets, and spectra.
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