Group 1

Question 1

: The difference in density between adjacent areas on the film. High contrast improves the visibility of structures.

Answer 1

Contrast

Question 2

: The overall blackness of the film. Proper density ensures that the image is neither too dark nor too light.

Answer 2

Density

Question 3

: The clarity of the edges of structures. Sharpness is affected by factors like focal spot size and motion.

Answer 3

Sharpness

Question 4

: Unwanted marks or structures on the film that can obscure diagnostic information. Common artifacts include dust, scratches, and processing errors.

Answer 4

Artifacts