X-Rays Flashcards
1
Q
When were x rays discovered?
A
1895
2
Q
Who discovered the x rays?
A
Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen
3
Q
Why do we use lead aprons when taking x rays?
A
To block x-rays to protect body parts not being imaged
4
Q
How do x rays differ from CT scans (computerized tomography)?
A
The x-ray beam is rotated around the patient
5
Q
How are CT scans the same as x-rays?
A
They both use x-rays!
6
Q
Who is the subject of the reportedly first ever human x ray?
A
Ms. Röntgen
7
Q
What was concerning about older cathode ray tube (CRT) televisions?
A
There was radiation being produced
