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What is the anode heel effect?
What is the anode heel effect?
- A phenomenon increasing the surface area of the X-ray beam
- A radiographic phenomenon affecting X-ray beam intensity (correct)
- An effect caused by the cathode in general radiography
- A condition affecting women's heels
What is the main advantage of the angled anode in general radiography?
What is the main advantage of the angled anode in general radiography?
- Increased ability to absorb heat and improved spatial resolution (correct)
- Reduced surface area of the focal spot and decreased spatial resolution
- Enhanced creation of X-ray photons and improved anode durability
- Decreased focal spot size and increased X-ray beam intensity
Why does the anode side of the X-ray beam have lower intensity?
Why does the anode side of the X-ray beam have lower intensity?
- The anode angle decreases X-ray photon production
- The anode surface area is smaller
- X-ray photons are absorbed within the anode heel
- Fewer X-ray photons are created on the anode side (correct)
What is the consequence of the angle of the anode in general radiography?
What is the consequence of the angle of the anode in general radiography?
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What is the primary function of the anode in general radiography?
What is the primary function of the anode in general radiography?
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Study Notes
Anode Heel Effect
- The anode heel effect is a phenomenon where the X-ray beam intensity is lower on the anode side due to the angle of the anode.
- This effect causes the X-ray beam to be more intense on the cathode side.
Angled Anode in General Radiography
- The main advantage of the angled anode in general radiography is that it allows for a larger field of view while maintaining a smaller focal spot.
- The angled anode directs the X-ray beam away from the cathode, reducing the heel effect.
X-ray Beam Intensity
- The anode side of the X-ray beam has lower intensity due to the absorption of X-rays by the anode itself.
Consequence of Anode Angle
- The consequence of the angle of the anode in general radiography is that it affects the X-ray beam intensity, resulting in uneven illumination of the detector.
Primary Function of Anode
- The primary function of the anode in general radiography is to convert the kinetic energy of electrons into X-ray energy.
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Test your knowledge of the anode heel effect with this quiz. Explore the impact of X-ray beam intensity and the angles of the anode in radiography. See how much you know about this important radiographic phenomenon.
