X-Ray Systems Secondary Circuit
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What is the main function of the step-up transformer in the secondary circuit?

  • To ensure electrons flow in both directions
  • To convert kilovolts to volts
  • To change direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC)
  • To convert volts to kilovolts (correct)

    • Where are rectifiers located within the secondary circuit?

  • Between the x-ray tube and the power supply
  • Between the step-up transformer and the x-ray tube (correct)
  • Between the power supply and the step-up transformer
  • Within the x-ray tube itself

    • What is the role of rectifiers in the x-ray system?

  • To ensure alternating current flows to the x-ray tube
  • To increase the voltage supplied to the x-ray tube
  • To convert alternating current to direct current (correct)
  • To reduce the polarity of the current flowing to the x-ray tube

    • Which statement accurately describes the current types relevant to the secondary circuit?

    <p>The secondary side of the step-up transformer utilizes alternating current.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the components in the secondary circuit?

    <p>The step-up transformer precedes rectifiers, which allow for DC in the x-ray tube.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Secondary Circuit

    • The secondary circuit is one of three circuits within an x-ray system.
    • It's called "secondary" because it's on the secondary side of the step-up transformer.
    • The step-up transformer converts volts to kilovolts.
    • The X-ray tube operates using direct current (DC) and is part of the secondary circuit.
    • The secondary side of the step-up transformer uses alternating current (AC) and converts volts to kilovolts.
    • Rectifiers convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC).
    • Rectifiers ensure electrons flow in only one direction within the x-ray tube.
    • Alternating current (AC) has a reversing polarity, causing electrons to travel in both directions.
    • Rectifiers change the polarity of the current, so electrons only flow in one direction.
    • The location of the rectifiers is between the step-up transformer (AC) and the x-ray tube (DC).
    • The secondary circuit includes these three components:
      • The secondary side of the step-up transformer
      • Rectifiers
      • The x-ray tube

    Transformer, Rectifiers, and X-ray Tube

    • The step-up transformer converts volts to kilovolts using alternating current (AC).
    • Rectifiers convert alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC).
    • The x-ray tube uses direct current (DC) and converts electrons into x-rays.

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    Explore the components and functions of the secondary circuit in x-ray systems. This quiz covers the roles of the step-up transformer, rectifiers, and the x-ray tube in this critical circuit. Understand how alternating current is converted to direct current for efficient x-ray production.

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