Compton Scattering Occurs When an Incident X-Ray Photon Interacts with a ____

question 3

Multiple Choice

Compton scattering occurs when an incident x-ray photon interacts with a ____ electron.

• A)loosely bound inner-shell
• B)tightly bound inner-shell
• C)loosely bound outer-shell
• D)tightly bound outer-shell

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Definitions:

Chorionic Villus Sampling

A prenatal test in which a sample of chorionic villi from the placenta is removed and tested for genetic abnormalities.

Noninvasive Prenatal Testing

A method to screen for certain genetic conditions in a fetus using maternal blood sample without risk to the fetus.

Ultrasound

A medical imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures within the body, commonly used in prenatal care.

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