Medical Physics · Summer Term
X-rays and Imaging
Students will understand the production and properties of X-rays, and their use in medical imaging.
Key Questions
- Explain how X-rays are produced and their interaction with matter.
- Analyze the factors affecting the quality and contrast of an X-ray image.
- Compare the advantages and disadvantages of X-ray imaging with other diagnostic techniques.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
A-Level: Physics - Medical PhysicsA-Level: Physics - Imaging
Year: Year 12
Subject: Physics
Unit: Medical Physics
Period: Summer Term
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