A breakdown of chemicals in the processing solution that results from exposure to air is
termed - ANSWER-oxidation
A safe flight must be placed a minimum of _____ from the film in working area -
ANSWER-4 feet
After processing fresh film that has been properly stored and protective will appear -
ANSWER-Clear with a slight blue tint
All of the following factors affect the life of the processing solutions except - ANSWER-
type of safelight filter used
All of the following must be closely monitored with manual processing techniques -
ANSWER-Temperature of the water bath, levels of the processing solutions accuracy of
the timer accuracy of the thermometer
Any leaks a white light into the dark room will cause - ANSWER-film fogging
Calibration of dental x-ray equipment can be performed by the dentist dental hygienist
or dental assistant - ANSWER-False
Film exposed to light - ANSWER-appears black
In film processing the rinsing step is necessary because - ANSWER-rinsing removes
the developer from the film and stops the development process
incorrect horizontal angulation results in images that are - ANSWER-overlapped
On average processing solutions should be changed - ANSWER-every 3-4 weeks
Overexposed film - ANSWER-appears dark
Regardless of who actually expresses and processes radiographs the dentist is
ultimately responsible for the diagnostic quality of dental radiographs - ANSWER-True
Reversed film - ANSWER-light
The clearing test is used to monitor - ANSWER-fixer strength
The coin test is used to check - ANSWER-proper safelighting