The invisible image present on a dental x-ray film that does not become visible until after processing is called what?

What will be an ideal response?


The latent image. The silver halide crystals in film emulsion are sensitive to radiation. When the film is exposed, some of these crystals become ionized into silver and bromide ions that store the energy as a latent image. Processing changes the ions into black metallic silver, which can be seen.

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A) tinnitus. B) vertigo. C) eczema. D) purulence.

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Each of the following types of protective eyewear is acceptable for use by the dental radiographer EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

a. Glasses with side shields b. Goggles c. Contact lenses d. Full face shields

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