Your X-Ray Machine Runs Off 110 Volts

question 8

Multiple Choice

Your x-ray machine runs off 110 volts.Theoretically what would occur if there was no step-down transformer in the x-ray control panel?

• A)Too few electrons would be produced for the purpose of dental x-rays.65,000 to 100,000 volts are required to heat the tungsten filament.
• B)Too few electrons would be produced for the purpose of dental x-rays.50,000 to 75,000 volts are required to heat the tungsten filament.
• C)Too many electrons would be produced for the purpose of dental x-rays.Only 3-5 volts are required to heat the tungsten filament.
• D)There would be no interruption in function of the machine.

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