X-ray Photon Interactions Flashcard 5

X-ray Photon Interactions Flashcard 5

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of shielding in radiation control?

Back

To shield yourself from the source of radiation.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of transmission in x-ray interaction with the body?

Back

It penetrates through the body to interact with the film/image receptor.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main cause of scatter radiation?

Back

Compton Scattering.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to x-ray photons during the photoelectric effect?

Back

They are absorbed by the tissues and do not contribute to image quality.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to the electron in the Photoelectric Effect?

Back

It absorbs all the energy from a photon.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define Compton Scattering.

Back

A phenomenon where x-ray photons collide with electrons, resulting in a change in direction and energy of the photons.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Photoelectric Effect?

Back

The process by which x-ray photons are completely absorbed by matter, transferring all their energy to an electron.

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