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X-Ray Tube Components and Functions Quiz

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What are the two main parts of the X-ray tube?

Stator and Rotor
Cathode and Anode (correct)
Target and Focus
Filament and Focusing Cup

What is the purpose of the anode?

Regulates the X-ray beam intensity
Serves as the primary thermal conductor
Conducts the high-voltage from the cathode
Serves as target surface (correct)

What is the material of the envelope of the X-ray tube?

Steel
Copper
Pyrex (correct)
Aluminum

What is the purpose of the focusing cup in the cathode assembly?

Focuses the electron beam (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the anode heel effect in X-ray production?

Causes intensity variation across the X-ray beam (D) Signup and view all the answers

The anode serves as the primary ______ conductor

thermal Signup and view all the answers

The envelope is made of ______ to withstand tremendous heat

pyrex Signup and view all the answers

The two main parts of the X-ray tube are cathode and ______

anode Signup and view all the answers

The protective housing prevents ______ radiation

leakage Signup and view all the answers

The three main types of heat generation in X-rays are heat unit generator type constant single-phase, three-phase six pulse, and ______

high-frequency Signup and view all the answers

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X-ray tube main parts?

The two main parts of the X-ray tube.

Purpose of the anode?

Serves as the target surface for electron interaction to produce X-rays.

Material of X-ray tube envelope?

Made of Pyrex glass to withstand high temperatures during X-ray production.

Purpose of focusing cup?

Focuses the stream of electrons emitted from the cathode towards the anode.

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Anode heel effect?

Intensity of X-ray beam is not uniform: it is stronger on the cathode side and weaker on the anode side.

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Anode's main function?

The anode serves as the primary conductor to dissipate heat generated during X-ray production.