The Amount of X-Ray Beam Attenuation Is Affected by The

question 23

Multiple Choice

The amount of x-ray beam attenuation is affected by the:

• A) thickness of the body part.
• B) atomic number of the atoms in the tissue.
• C) tissue density.
• D) energy of the x-ray beam.
• E) A and B only.
• F) all of the above.

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Definitions:

Eustachian Tube

A canal that connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx and helps equalize air pressure on both sides of the eardrum.

Auditory Tube

A canal that connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx, helping equalize air pressure on either side of the eardrum.

High-Frequency Deafness

A hearing impairment characterized by difficulty hearing sounds at higher frequencies, often affecting speech understanding.

Ototoxic

Having a toxic effect on the ear or its nerve supply, often referring to drugs or substances that can cause hearing loss or balance disorders.