Comparing X-Rays to Gamma Rays (2)

Question 1

Energy Levels/penetrating abilities

Answer 1

Some Gamma Rays have similar energy levels to some common X-Ray Tubes, but will not produce the same quality image

Question 2

Image Quality

Answer 2

X-Rays provide better Image Quality

Question 3

Radiation Quality

Answer 3

Dependant on:

• Energy level + type of energy
• type of film
• lead screen use
• focal size
• distance (source to film)
• un-sharpness values
• Radiographic technique