When the X-Ray Photon Strikes an Atom Within the Tissue

question 29

Multiple Choice

When the x-ray photon strikes an atom within the tissue being imaged and loses all of its energy to an inner shell electron of that atom,the photon is said to have been _____ and undergone the _____.

• A) transmitted; Compton effect
• B) absorbed; photoelectric interaction
• C) attenuated; Compton effect
• D) scattered; coherent interaction

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Definitions:

Coercive Power

Coercive Power is the ability to control others through threats or punishment, often used in a negative context to compel obedience.

Negative Reinforcement

Negative Reinforcement is a behavioral concept where removing an unwanted stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Legitimate Power

Legitimate Power is the authority that a person or organization has that is viewed as rightfully held, often given by a higher authority or institution.

Reward Power

The capability of influencing others’ behavior by offering them something desirable as a means of motivation or incentive.