10 Questions
Which part of the x-ray tube is considered an electrode?
The cathode
What is the external structure of the x-ray tube composed of?
The support structure, the protective housing, and the glass or metal enclosure
What is the internal structure of the x-ray tube composed of?
The anode and the cathode
What is the x-ray tube considered in relation to electronic tubes?
A diode
How long should an x-ray tube used in general radiography last with proper use?
Several years
Which type of x-ray tube support system allows for both longitudinal and transverse travel of the x-ray tube?
Ceiling support system
What is the purpose of the telescoping column in the ceiling support system?
To allow for variable source-to-image receptor distance (SID)
What is the preferred detent position for the x-ray tube in the ceiling support system?
When the x-ray tube is centered above the examination table
What is the purpose of the single control in some ceiling-supported x-ray tubes?
To remove all locks and allow the tube to float
What type of support system has a single column with rollers attached to both the ceiling-mounted rail and the floor?
Floor-to-ceiling support system
Test your knowledge on the components of an X-ray tube with this quiz. Explore the functions of the cathode and anode in a rotating anode diagnostic X-ray tube.
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