Summary

Question 1

X-rays behave as light as they are part of the electromagnetic spectrum. Name Six specific properties of x-rays

Answer 1

1. Penetrate
2. Elicit fluoresce
3. Excite & Ionize
4. Produce image on film
5. Biologic changes
6. Scatter

Question 2

Function of the anode

Answer 2

Target (stationary or rotating)

Question 3

Where does the electrical potential come from?

Answer 3

kVp (accelerates electrons)

Question 4

Function of mA

Answer 4

Energy to heat filament (increases electrons)

Question 5

Line focus principle

Answer 5

Actual focal spot and effective focal spot

Question 6

Off focus radiation

Answer 6

Photons out of collimation

Question 7

Heel effect

Answer 7

Can be exploited by placing thicker/ denser areas under cathode