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What is the main reason for the reduction in x-ray intensity through the heel of the target?
What is the main reason for the reduction in x-ray intensity through the heel of the target?
- Lower vacuum pressure in the x-ray tube
- Higher energy levels of x-rays emitted from the heel
- Increased distance traveled by the x-rays
- Longer path length through the target material (correct)
Which statement accurately describes the intensity variation of x-rays in the useful beam?
Which statement accurately describes the intensity variation of x-rays in the useful beam?
- The intensity on the cathode side can exceed the central ray by up to 20%
- The intensity on the anode side can drop to 75% compared to the central ray (correct)
- The central ray of the useful beam represents the lowest intensity
- The intensity on the anode side is generally higher than on the cathode side
What is the maximum potential variation in radiation intensity across the useful beam?
What is the maximum potential variation in radiation intensity across the useful beam?
- 35%
- 45% (correct)
- 25%
- 55%
How is the central ray of the useful beam defined?
How is the central ray of the useful beam defined?
Which of the following factors contributes to the heel effect in x-ray emission?
Which of the following factors contributes to the heel effect in x-ray emission?
Flashcards
Heel effect
Heel effect
X-rays that pass through the thicker part of the anode side of the target experience greater absorption, resulting in reduced intensity.
Central Ray
Central Ray
The imaginary line that represents the centermost x-ray in the useful beam.
Cathode Side
Cathode Side
The side of the x-ray beam where the intensity is highest due to less absorption.
Anode Side
Anode Side
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Radiation Intensity Variation
Radiation Intensity Variation
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Study Notes
X-ray Beam Intensity Variation
- X-rays traveling toward the anode side pass through more target material, experiencing increased absorption.
- This results in reduced intensity, known as the heel effect.
- X-ray beam intensity can vary significantly across the beam by up to 45%.
- The central ray is the imaginary line from the centermost x-ray.
- Intensity along the central ray is defined as 100%.
- Cathode side intensity can be as high as 120%.
- Anode side intensity can be as low as 75%.
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Test your knowledge on how X-ray beam intensity varies due to absorption effects, particularly the heel effect. Explore the differences in intensity across the beam, including measurements at the anode and cathode sides. Understand the implications of these variations in X-ray imaging.
