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X-Rays can penetrate all metals, but not very far. The penetration depth is strongly dependent on how dense the metal is. Lead, for example, is a better X-ray stopper than aluminum. There are tables that allow an investigator to find the half-value layer for different substances. These references will give the thickness of a given material needed to reduce an incident beam by 50%.
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∙ 8y agoYou may need to be a bit more specific.
Lead is commonly used for X-ray shielding ... for example, if you have your teeth X-rayed at the dentist, they'll put a sort of lead apron over you to protect the rest of your body (I must confess that it's not terribly reassuring that the barrel of the thing is pointed straight at your HEAD, and they're worried about your CHEST getting X-rays).
A variety of metals are used in the tube that actually generates the X-rays, tungsten being a pretty common choice.
There are also other metals that are used for specific purposes. For example, in X-ray crystallography, the scientist may flip a nickel filter over the X-ray generator to reduce the intensity for certain operations (e.g. determining the crystal lattice type and point group).
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∙ 13y agoYes it is used in NDT non destructive testing
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∙ 6y agoThough X-rays can penetrate steel (stainless or otherwise), their ability to punch through is severely limited and is on the order of microns.
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∙ 14y agoIm not sure, but its NOT microwave.
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What does unremarkable mean in chest xrays what does unremarkable mean in chest xrays?
It means the x-rays reveals no pathology or unexpected abnormalities. The x-ray appears as expected in a healthy individual.
What is a metal washer?
It is usually referring to a flat metal ring that is used in conjunction with a nut and bolt. It can be used to distribute force to avoid the bolt pulling through the metal or wood. It also can be used in spacing and as a crude friction easing device.
What is sheet metal made out of and is it magnetic?
Sheet metal refers to how the metal is layed out rather than what type of metal. So therefore sheet metal can be made out of metals such as gold, brass, copper and steel. If the type of metal used is magnetic then so is the sheet metal.
Which metal is used in clinical thermometer?
Mercury is used in clinical thermometers.
What is liquid metal was used in thermometersr?
Mercury is a liquid metal used in thermometers. However, it becomes a solid at -37.9 F and it can cause mercury poisoning if ingested or inhaled. Therefore, most theremometers use ethyl-alcohol or a plastic strip covered with liquid crystals (called a liquid crystal thermometer).
Are xrays used at airports?
YES
Can tungsten block x-ray?
Yes and no. It is a dense metal but the xrays would react with the molecules in tungsten and that causes more xrays. This reaction is called compton scatter.
Where are xrays found?
Everywhere. You can make them by bouncing an electron beam off a metal plate.
What contrast medium is used in xrays?
iodine
What are xrays waves used for?
chelsea say head
Why is americium in xrays?
Americium is not used in X-ray instruments.
What type of electromagnetic radiation is used in airport security screening?
XRAYS
Use of Doppler in lung imaging?
what is the name of the Doppler used for chest xrays
How do you use xrays in an everyday life?
how is x-rays used in our everyday lives
Where and why do you use xrays?
You get an xray taken at a hosbital and it is used to see if you have a fractured or broken bone
What is the word xray in French?
Xrays are 'les rayons X' (used in the plural) in French.
What do xrays have to do with the holocaust?
They experimented with xrays on the prisoners in the concentration camps. Mostly at Auschwitz.
