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What is the purpose of the adhesive layer in radiographic film construction?
What is the purpose of the adhesive layer in radiographic film construction?
- To allow proper contact and integrity between the emulsion and base (correct)
- To increase the rigidity of the base
- To protect the emulsion from scratches and pressure
- To convert x-ray beams into a visible image
Which type of x-ray film base is characterized by being tinted with blue dye to reduce eyestrain and fatigue?
Which type of x-ray film base is characterized by being tinted with blue dye to reduce eyestrain and fatigue?
- Polyester
- Double Emulsion Film
- Glass Plate
- Cellulose Nitrate (correct)
What is the principal function of gelatin in the emulsion of radiographic film?
What is the principal function of gelatin in the emulsion of radiographic film?
- To protect the emulsion from contamination
- To provide mechanical support for the base
- To hold silver halide crystals uniformly dispersed (correct)
- To convert x-ray beams into a visible image
In radiographic film construction, what is the function of the overcoat?
In radiographic film construction, what is the function of the overcoat?
What type of interaction results in x-rays being partially absorbed by the silver halide crystal, forming a latent image?
What type of interaction results in x-rays being partially absorbed by the silver halide crystal, forming a latent image?
Which theory provides an incomplete explanation of latent image formation in radiographic films?
Which theory provides an incomplete explanation of latent image formation in radiographic films?
What is the standard base material for radiographic films characterized as flammable?
What is the standard base material for radiographic films characterized as flammable?
Which characteristic best describes the base of radiographic film?
Which characteristic best describes the base of radiographic film?
What is the primary function of the base in radiographic film construction?
What is the primary function of the base in radiographic film construction?
Which type of emulsion involves coating the film with emulsion on both sides?
Which type of emulsion involves coating the film with emulsion on both sides?
