X Rays Flashcards
1
Q
What kind of wavelength do x-rays
What does this cause
A
Short
Cause ionising
2
Q
What are the properties of X- rays
A
Affect photographic film in the same way as light
Absorbed by metal and bone
Transmitted by soft tissue
Wavelength is same order of magnitude as the diameter of atom
3
Q
What are X-rays used for
A
Diagnosing and treating medical conditions
4
Q
What are some examples to using X-rays to treat conditions
A
CT scabs
Bone fractures
Dental problems
Killing cancer
5
Q
CCDs do what compared to normal X-rays
A
Allow images to be formed electronically
6
Q
What is a CT scan
A
Lots of pics of body to see 3D image in fixed point
