Label the Components of the X-Ray Production in the Tubehead

question 29

Essay

Label the components of the x-ray production in the tubehead.

1. Aluminum filter
2. Anode
3. Cathode
4. Copper stem
5. Glass envelope
6. Heat radiator
7. kVp
8. Lead diaphragm/collimator
9. Lead lining
10. Metal casing
11. Oil bath
12. Open cone
13. Port
14. Primary x-ray beam
15. Step-down transformer
16. Step-up transformer
17. Tungsten filament and focusing cup
18. Tungsten target
19. Vacuum
20. Window

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