x-rays Flashcards
1
Q
How ionising are x-rays?
A
Highly ionisng
2
Q
What are the uses of x-rays?
A
X-rays are used for medical imagiing and used for medical therapies.Such as,treating cancer
3
Q
What are high-energy x-rays used for?
A
To treat cancers.
4
Q
What are other uses of x-rays?
A
Used for security purposes .Such as,airports to detect weapons.
5
Q
Are x-rays dangerous
A
yes
6
Q
Why are x-rays dangerous?
A
X-rays are highly ionising,they can damage body cells.
7
Q
What do professinionals who use x-rays a lot use to shield themslves?
A
Place materials.Such as lead between x-rays and themselves.
