ARRT Test Prep, LIMITED X-RAY CORE

ARRT Test Prep, LIMITED X-RAY CORE Main property of x-radiation that makes it potentially hazardous is its ability to? - ANSWER Ionize Describe the damage potential of ionization? - ANSWER Chain reaction in the human body that may eventually cause biologic damage. X-rays are from the Electric Magnetic Spectrum or radiation energy and is considered harmful in high energy ranges. What is the most likely potential hazard working with diagnostic radiology? - ANSWER Carcinogenesis - Stochastic/Non-Threshold Effect .1 Rem = ? Seivert - ANSWER 1 Sievert 0.1 Gray = ? Rad - ANSWER 10 Rad 1 Gray = ? Rad - ANSWER 100 Rad