Exam 7: X-Ray Interactions With Matter

The probability of Compton scattering depends on the energy level of the incident x-ray photon.

The probability of a photoelectric interaction depends on the atomic number of the atom.

Secondary x-ray photons are the result of

After a photoelectric interaction, the incident photon

Potential biological damage can occur as a result of a Compton interaction because of the ionization of atoms.

Compton scattering results in

Coherent scattering involves

The major source of radiation exposure to technologists is due to

Protective apparel is often made of lead because it

The photoelectric interaction and Compton interaction can both result in a characteristic cascade, producing characteristic radiation.

The probability of Compton scattering depends on the atomic number of the atom.

All Compton scatter photons travel in the direction of the image receptor.

The x-ray photons that are produced as a result of a characteristic cascade during a Compton interaction

Radiation interacting with air is more likely to be _____________, resulting in that area of the image being darker.

The more the energy of the incident x-ray photon exceeds the binding energy of the inner-shell electron, the greater the probability of a photoelectric interaction.

Secondary photons produced during a Compton interaction

The primary source of radiation exposure to the radiographer who is in the room during an exposure is

A positron is

To produce a radiographic image that represents anatomy, there must be

Radiation interacting with bone is more likely to be absorbed, resulting in that area of the image being