Speed Problems + Care

Question 1

Faster screens with bigger crystals requiring less x rays creates _________ _________

Answer 1

Quantum Mottle

Question 2

Quantum Mottel is considered a screen problem. What does it do to density and contrast

Answer 2

Uneven density
Low contrast

Question 3

Screens are expensive. How often should they be inspected and cleaned

Answer 3

Monthly with compressed air and commercial solutions

Question 4

More speed requires less x rays, what does this cause

Answer 4

Less exposure

Question 5

Graininess is the result of increased _________ and decreased ________

Answer 5

Increased speed and decreased detail

Question 6

What four things does increased speed cause

Answer 6

1. Increased graininess
2. Decreased x rays
3. Decreased exposure
4. Decreased detail

Question 7

The Aerial image creates an “invisible” form of the image on the film which is called a….

Answer 7

Latent image

Question 8

What is the purpose of x ray film

Answer 8

To capture a permanent image from the aerial and latent images after film development

Question 9

What are the layers that make up the film composition

Answer 9

1. Protective coat
2. Emulsion (single or double)
3. Adhesive
4. Base

Question 10

What does the adhesive do

Answer 10

Binds the emulsion to the base of the film