Each of the following statements regarding photostimulable phosphor plates is correct except one. Which one is the exception?

A) They use plates coated with a storage phosphor.
B) The plates are disposable.
C) They store x-ray energy until stimulated by a laser beam.
D) They are similar to film-based radiography in that they must be "developed" later.


B
Explanation: A) Photostimulable phosphor plates are reusable after they are erased by exposing them to bright light.
B) Photostimulable phosphor plates are reusable after they are erased by exposing them to bright light.
C) Photostimulable phosphor plates are reusable after they are erased by exposing them to bright light.
D) Photostimulable phosphor plates are reusable after they are erased by exposing them to bright light.

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