X - Rays


High Frequency Radiation - Concepts
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X - Rays

The X-rays were discovered by German physicst W. Roentgen. Their frequency range is 1016 Hz to 3x 10- Hz. These are produced when high energy electrons are stopped suddenly on a metal of high atomic number.

X-rays have great penetrating power and so arc used to investigate the structure of objects and to find flaws in metals. This radiation has such high energy that It can damage cells and tissues, and also affect the genetic material inside cells. X-rays are produced when electrons hit a metal surface. This happens inside an X-ray tube. X-rays are used in radiology, to produce images of bones. They are also used in radio therapy, in which X-rays are targeted at cancer cells to kill them or stop them from multiplying.

When a patient undergoes a computed tomography (CT) scan. the X-ray sources and detectors rotate around the person. Computers then analyse the data from the CT scanner to create images of organs in the body. Because of the high energy of X-rays. it is important that people who work with them use protective lead shields and monitor their exposure levels. This is done by using a personal radiation monitoring device. The device is worn for up to three months The total, or accumulated radiation dose is then measured. The employer must ensure that this dose remains below a certain value, to protect the worker from possible harm.

 X-ray Inspection System:

This is a machine used to screen luggage for dangerous items. An A-ray generator inside the machine produces X-rays, which are directed at the luggage as it passes through on a Conveyor belt. A-rays pass more easily through less-dense items than through items of high density. Sensors behind the luggage detect variation in penetration of X-rays through the sample. Differences in density can be displayed as different colours so that any items of concern can be identified.

Uses:

X-rays are used

1 In Surgery for the detection of fractures, foreign bodies like bullets, diseased organs and stones in the human body.

2. In Engineering 

     (i) for detecting faults, cracks, flaws and holes in final metal products

     (ii) for the testing of weldings, castings and moulds.

3.  In Radio Therapyto cure un-tracable skin diseases and malignant growths.

4. In Detective Departments  for detection of explosives, opium, gold and silver in the body of smugglers.

5. In Industry 

     (i) for the detection of pearls in oysters and defects in rubber tyres, gold and tennis balls etc.

    (ii) for testing the uniformity of insulating material.

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Question : 1

Full form of CT scan is?

Right Option : B
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Question : 2

X-rays are used In Surgery for the detection of __________________, foreign bodies like bullets, diseased organs, and stones in the human body.

Right Option : A
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Question : 3

X rays are used in Radio Therapy, to cure untraceable __________________ diseases and malignant growths.

Right Option : A
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