8.4.6 - X-rays
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Practice Questions
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What is the wavelength range of X-rays?
💡 Hint: Think about how X-rays relate to the electromagnetic spectrum.
Name one common use of X-rays.
💡 Hint: Consider how doctors check for broken bones.
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What is the wavelength range of X-rays?
💡 Hint: Look for the correct range among electromagnetic waves.
True or False: X-rays can be used to treat cancer.
💡 Hint: Consider the functions of X-rays beyond imaging.
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If you have an X-ray machine that emits X-rays at a wavelength of 1 × 10^-10 m, calculate its frequency.
💡 Hint: Remember, frequency is calculated using the speed of light constant.
Discuss the implications of overexposure to X-rays and strategies to mitigate these risks in clinical settings.
💡 Hint: Think about both the potential harm and how practices can ensure patient safety.
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