Physics Chapter 5: X-rays

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What determines the frequency of X-rays?

The biological object receiving the X-rays

The type of photographic film used

The type of crystals used in fluoroscopy

The voltage used to produce the rays (correct)

Why are instruments and photographic methods necessary for X-ray detection?

Because X-rays are scattered by biological objects

Because X-rays have a low frequency

Because X-rays produce secondary radiation

Because X-rays are not visible to the human eye (correct)

What is a common problem in X-ray imaging?

The visibility of X-rays to the human eye

The production of secondary radiation

The scattering of X-rays by biological objects (correct)

The high frequency of X-rays

What is the purpose of fluoroscopy images on medical monitors?

To visualize internal structures in real-time Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of X-rays with a shorter wavelength?

They have a higher frequency Signup and view all the answers

What is a safety consideration for people who work with X-rays?

The risk of X-rays causing radiation exposure Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of X-rays that is used to obtain X-rays films?

Their ability to produce fluorescence on certain crystals Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of X-rays producing secondary radiation?

They are detrimental to the safety of people who work with them Signup and view all the answers

What is a difference between X-rays and visible light?

X-rays are less visible to the human eye than visible light Signup and view all the answers

Why are protective measures necessary for the human body when working with X-rays?

Because X-rays can cause radiation exposure Signup and view all the answers

Physics Chapter 5: X-rays

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What determines the frequency of X-rays?

Why are instruments and photographic methods necessary for X-ray detection?

What is a common problem in X-ray imaging?

What is the purpose of fluoroscopy images on medical monitors?

What is a characteristic of X-rays with a shorter wavelength?

What is a safety consideration for people who work with X-rays?

What is a characteristic of X-rays that is used to obtain X-rays films?

What is a consequence of X-rays producing secondary radiation?

What is a difference between X-rays and visible light?

Why are protective measures necessary for the human body when working with X-rays?

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