Elements Flashcards
1
Q
- used in MRI as part of water molecules
- single proton makes it highly sensitive to magnetic field
A
Hydrogen 1
2
Q
- vital in MRI to measure blood oxygen levels and brain activity
A
Oxygen 8
3
Q
- used in x-ray tubes for mammography
- ideal for soft tissue imaging
A
Molybdenum 42
4
Q
- target material in mammography x-ray tubes
- most suitable for breast tissue imaging
A
Rhodium 45
5
Q
- contrast agent for ct scan
- high absorption of x-ray
A
Iodine 53
6
Q
- contrast agent in gastrointestinal tract imaging
- strong xray absorption (digestive system)
A
Barium 56
7
Q
- used in the anodes of x-ray tubes
- withstand heat
A
Tungsten 74
8
Q
- used in nuclear medicine
- emit gamma rays
A
Thallium 81
9
Q
- shielding material to protect against x-ray
A
Lead 82
10
Q
- shielding and contrast agent
A
Bismuth 83
11
Q
- not typically used in radiologic technology
A
Radon 86
