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The tube head houses the components that make radiation possible. True or False
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True
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Ionizing radiation is the production of a wave-like energy through space and matter. True or False
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False
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Radioresistant cells include bone, nerve, and muscle cells, which have a higher threshold to the effects of radiation. True or False
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True
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Primary radiation occurs when the primary beam come in contact with and passes through any type of matter. True or False
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False
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Secondary radiation is the most dangerous to the operator. True or False
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True
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Dose rate is the amount of radiation produced and administered during a given period of time, and the amount of cell or tissue absorption. True or False
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True
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The thyroid gland is an organ that is more susceptible to radiation effects. True or False
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True
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The maximum permissible dose (MPD) for occupationally exposed personnel, such as dental assistants, is 5 rem per year. True or False
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True
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Radiation absorbed dose (rad) is the amount of radiation absorbed by the tissue. True or False
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True
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Dental film holders help to reduce patient exposure while taking x-rays. True or False
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True
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The film packet contains a piece of lead that helps tro absorbe scatter radiation. True or False
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True
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The panoramic radiograph shows a view of the skull, face, and sinus cavities. True or False
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False
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Emulsion is a coating on the film that protect the film from receiving too much radiation. True or False
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False
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The film is placed behind the area of interest so that the primary beam penetrates those tissues before striking the film. True or False
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True
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The silver halide crystals found on the dental film absorbe radiation during exposure and store the energy until processed. True or False
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True
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