Which of the following describes the collimator of the panoramic x-ray beam?

a. It is circular (round).
b. It is concentric (cone-shaped).
c. It is rectangular
d. It is a narrow slit


d. Unlike the concentric or rectangular beam of x-radiation of intraoral radiography, the x-rays emerge from a narrow vertical slit opening in the tube head and are constricted to form a narrow band.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Putting in or on, all or a portion of, a living body part that has been taken from an animal or another individual is called _____.

A. transplantation B. repositioning C. reattachment D. transfer

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The U.S. Department of Labor reports that animal breeders earn about $34,000 annually

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Another name for an articulation is a:

A. joint. B. ligament. C. bursa. D. cartilage

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