X-Rays and CT

Which of the following is the strongest wave on the EM spectrum?

• Microwave

• Radiowave

• Visible light

• Gamma rays

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NGSS.HS-PS4-4

Can pregnant women have x-rays taken?

• Yes

• No

Which of the following absorb x-rays?

• Soft tissue

• Organs

• Bones

• Skin

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NGSS.HS-PS4-3

CT scans are invasive.

• Yes

• No

CT scans give us views of...

• Organs

• Bones

• Soft tissue

• Blood vessels

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NGSS.HS-PS4-5

X-ray has more clarity than CT scan.

• True

• False

CT scans produce 2-D scans

• True

• False

CT scans diagnose...

• Cancer

• Trauma

• CV disease

• Appendicitis

During a CT scan, the x-ray detector rotates around you.

• True

• False

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS4-5

Pregnant women can receive a CT scan.

• True

• False