X-Rays and Gamma Rays

• What is the main use of x-rays?

  To view the internal structure of objects
• How does a typical x-ray machine work?

  It fires x-rays through the body and records them
• Why do x-rays pass through lungs and intestines easily?

  Because these areas are mostly air
• What appears white on an x-ray image?

  Dense areas like bones
• What do x-rays help detect?

  Broken bones and diseases
• What is the risk associated with x-rays for patients?

  They give a small amount of radiation
• Why do medical staff wear lead aprons during x-ray procedures?

  To protect themselves from x-rays
• What are gamma rays used for in medicine?

  Medical imaging and cancer treatment
• How do gamma rays sterilize medical equipment?

  They kill microorganisms without causing damage
• What is a disadvantage of using boiling water for sterilization?

  It can damage materials like plastic
• How do gamma rays affect food during sterilization?

  They kill harmful microbes without altering food
• What is the benefit of using gamma rays for food preservation?

  It keeps food fresh for longer
• What is the trade-off when using x-rays and gamma rays in medicine?

  They can damage cells but aid in diagnosis
• What is a potential consequence of ionizing radiation?

  It can lead to cancer in rare cases
• Why is it often worth the risk to use x-rays and gamma rays?

  They help diagnose and treat diseases
• What are the main uses of x-rays and gamma rays?

  • X-rays:
  • View internal structures
  • Detect broken bones and diseases
  • Gamma rays:
  • Medical imaging
  • Cancer treatment
  • Sterilization of medical equipment and food
• What are the pros and cons of using x-rays and gamma rays in medicine?

  Pros:

  • Aid in diagnosis and treatment
  • Quick and cheap tests
  • Effective sterilization

  
  

  Cons:

  • Ionizing radiation can damage cells
  • Risk of cancer
  • Staff exposure requires safety measures