What percent of the kinetic energy inside the x-ray tube is actually converted to x-radiation?

a. 99 percent
b. 50 percent
c. 25 percent
d. 1 percent


d. The kinetic energy (the high-velocity electrons) is converted into approximately 1 percent x-ray energy. The other 99 percent of the kinetic energy generated is lost as heat energy.

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A) Legal restrictions on dental providers B) Patient's cost C) Shortage of dentists accepting Medicaid D) Lack of consumer knowledge

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What will be an ideal response?

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