Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Production and use of X-rays

Production and use of X-rays — practice question

(a(i))[3]

Explain how X-rays are generated for use in medical diagnosis.

(a(ii))[1]

State why X-ray images are obtained from several sections of the body during computed tomography (CT) scanning.

(b)

An X-ray image is recorded of the structure shown in Fig. 9.1.

(b(i))[2]

Determine, in terms of $I_0$, the intensity of the detected X-rays from point $P$.

(b(ii))[2]

Determine, in terms of $I_0$, the intensity of the detected X-rays from point $Q$.

(c)[1]

Explain, with reference to your answers in (b), whether the X-ray image of the structure in Fig. 9.1 has good contrast.

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