5 Questions
What type of x-rays are produced when a projectile electron is slowed by the nuclear field of a target atom nucleus?
Bremsstrahlung x-rays
When are characteristic x-rays emitted?
When an outer-shell electron fills an inner-shell void
What is the main reason for the production of characteristic x-rays?
Outer-shell electron filling an inner-shell void
What percentage of the kinetic energy of projectile electrons is converted to heat (Anode heat)?
Approximately 99%
Which type of x-radiation is characteristic of the target element?
Characteristic x-rays
Test your knowledge of X-ray production and imaging with this quiz. Brush up on your understanding of Bremsstrahlung x-rays and their production, as well as other relevant concepts.
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