Image Evaluation Radiography Quiz & Flashcards

Study Notes

Penetrating Radiation

Penetrating radiation is a type of radiation that can pass through solid objects.
X-rays are a type of penetrating radiation.

History of X-ray Radiography

Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen discovered X-rays in 1895.
In 1896, X-rays were first used by physicians to identify bullets in wounded soldiers.
In 1912, X-rays were first used to inspect metal parts.
The beginning of industrial radiography was in 1913.
In 1931, 1000 kV X-ray generators were developed by General Electric (GE).

History of Radioactivity

Henri Becquerel discovered natural radioactivity in 1896.
In 1898, Marie Curie discovered Polonium and Radium.

Gamma Radiography

Industrial gamma radiography uses Cobalt 60 and Iridium as radiation sources.
Gamma rays are a type of electromagnetic radiation with very short wavelengths (1/10 nm).
Gamma rays are similar to X-rays.

Introduction to Radiographic Testing (RT)

Radiography is used in various fields such as medicine, engineering, forensics, and security.
In Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), radiography is the most important and widely used method.
Radiography has several advantages over other NDT methods.
One of the major disadvantages of radiography is the health risk associated with radiation exposure.
Radiographic Testing (RT) is a method used to inspect materials for hidden flaws.

Description

Test your knowledge of non-destructive testing with a focus on radiography in this quiz. Explore the history of X-ray radiography and the nature of penetrating radiation. Challenge yourself with questions related to the use of X-rays in various fields, from medicine to industrial inspection.