Very energetic electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths intermediate between 0.01 and 10 nanometers (0.1-100 Angstroms) or between gamma rays and ultraviolet radiation. Essentially all X-Rays from s [..]

Electromagnetic radiation similar to light but of shorter wavelength and capable of penetrating solids. X-rays can fog photographic film.

high frequency light (or radiation) that penetrates different substances with different rates and absorption. In dentistry, there are typically four types of X-rays: periapical, bite-wing, occlusal, a [..]

X-rays are a type of radiation which can be used for analysing aspects of a work of art not visible to the naked eye. X-rays can pass through most solid objects, but they are obstructed by certain mat [..]

Penetrating electromagnetic radiation (photon) having a wavelength that is much shorter than that of visible light. These rays are usually produced by excitation of the electron field around certain nuclei. In nuclear reactions, it is customary to refer to photons originating in the nucleus as x-rays.

The part of the electromagnetic spectrum with energy between ultraviolet light and gamma rays. X-rays are used in medicine to detect broken bones and cavities in teeth. Astronomers can detect X-rays f [..]

A wave of electromagnetic radiation that has high energy and short wavelength. It is able to pass through many materials, except those of high density such as metals or bones. Discovered in 1895 by Wi [..]

The part of the electromagnetic spectrum with energy between ultraviolet light and gamma rays. X-rays are used in medicine to detect broken bones and cavities in teeth. Astronomers can detect X-rays f [..]

X-rays were used in medical experiments in the women's camp in Birkenau. Dr. Horst Schumann used X-rays to sterilize his innocent victims, young men and women, who usually died very painful de [..]

Penetrating electromagnetic radiation which has an extremely short wavelength.

short wavelengths that can penetrate solids

High-frequency, high-energy electromagnetic radiation formed when high-speed electrons strike a metallic target. [ return to top

Penetrating electromagnetic radiation having a range of wavelengths (energies) that are similar to those of gamma photons. X rays are usually produced by excitation of the electron field around certai [..]

X-rays were discovered accidentally by Wilhelm Röntgen in 1895. X-ray radiation is a part of the electromagnetic spectrum. With wavelengths ranging from about 0.001nm to about 100 nm, X-rays are much [..]

TC, HP X-rays were discovered accidentally by Wilhelm Röntgen in 1895. X-ray radiation is a part of the electromagnetic spectrum. With wavelengths ranging from about 0.001nm to about 100 nm, X-rays a [..]

X-rays are part of the Electromagnetic spectrum . They are a penetrating form of electromagnetic radiation and consist of quantum's of energy (Photon ). X-rays are commonly produced by the excita [..]

Are a form of electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength approximately in the range of 5 pm – 10 nanometers (corresponding to frequencies in the range 30 PHz – 60 EHz). X-rays were first observed and documented in 1895 by Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen. X-rays are highly penetrating of many materials, and are used in medicine to take pictures of bones and [..]

One form of radiation that can, at low energy levels, produce an image of the body or organ on film or computer monitor using a special detector. 

The therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers to the treatment of disease, especially malignant tumors.

Diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and injuries with the use of electromagnetic radiation, ultrasonic, and other forms of radiant energy.

Light rays, excited usually by the impact of cathode rays on matter, which have wave lengths between about 10-6 cm, and 10-9 cm; also written X-rays, same as Roentgen rays.

High-energy radiation that is used in low doses to create diagnostic images and in high doses to treat cancer. | ↑ Back to Top

Electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength approximating that of interatomic distances, thus allowing the measurement of these distances.

electromagnetic waves of short wavelength, capable of penetrating some thickness of matter. Medical x-rays are produced by letting a stream of fast electrons come to a sudden stop at a metal plate; it [..]

Penetrating electromagnetic radiation emitted when the inner orbital electrons of an atom are excited and release energy - in the same energy range as gamma rays (0.010-10 Mev), but of non-nuclear ori [..]

Veterinary medicine relies upon x-rays to help diagnose conditions. Many pet insurance companies cover this diagnostic procedure. Benefits may be available for MRIs, CT Scans and other advanced diagno [..]

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Highly penetrating electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths from 20nm down to less than 0.00 Inm. X-rays are used in gemmology for determining crystal structure by X-ray diffraction, in testing X-ra [..]

Very energetic electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths intermediate between 0.01 and 10 nanometers (0.1-100 Angstroms) or between gamma rays and ultraviolet radiation. Essentially all X-Rays from space are absorbed in the Earth's upper atmosphere.

Very energetic electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths intermediate between 0.01 and 10 nanometers (0.1-100 Angstroms) or between gamma rays and ultraviolet radiation. Essentially all X-Rays from s [..]

A band of electromagnetic radiation intermediate in wavelength between ultraviolet radiation and gamma rays. Because x-rays are absorbed by the atmosphere, x-ray astronomy is performed in space.

The part of the electromagnetic spectrum with energy between ultraviolet light and gamma rays. X-rays are used in medicine to detect broken bones and cavities in teeth. Astronomers can detect X-rays from exploding stars and black holes.

One of Jupiter’s largest moons. Ganymede, the largest satellite in our solar system, is about 5300 kilometers (3300 miles) wide and larger than the planet Mercury.

The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that has a very short wave length. It has a wave length longer than gamma rays, yet shorter than visible light. X-rays can penetrate various thicknesses of all solids, and when absorbed by a gas, can result in ionization.

Highly energetic short-wavelength electromagnetic radiation.

What Do X-rays Have To Do With My Pelvic Floor? X-rays can be used with Intravenous Pyelogram for urge incontinence sufferers. The procedure uses a dye...

The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that has a very short wave length. It has a wave length longer than gamma rays, yet shorter than visible light. X-rays can penetrate various thicknesses of [..]

The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum

Very energetic electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths intermediate between 0.01 and 10 nanometers (0.1-100 Angstroms) or between gamma rays and ultraviolet radiation. Essentially all X-Rays from s [..]

The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum that has a very short wave length. It has a wave length longer than gamma rays, yet shorter than visible light. X-rays can penetrate various thicknesses of all solids, and when absorbed by a gas, can result in ionization.

Radiographs use to image the body. Chiropractors and physiotherapists will use these often.

An electromagnetic radiation produced when the inner satellite electrons of heavy atoms have been excited by collision with a stream of fast electrons return to their ground state, giving up the energy previously imparted to them. Electromagnetic radiations of the same type as light, but of much shorter wave-length, in the range of 5 nm to 6 nm pro [..]

A form of high energy electromagnetic radiation that can pass through most objects, including the body. X-rays travel through the body and strike an x-ray detector (such as radiographic film, or a dig [..]

X-rays make up X-radiation, a form of electromagnetic radiation. Most X-rays have a wavelength ranging from 0.01 to 10 nanometers, corresponding to frequencies in the range 30 petahertz to 30 exahertz [..]