Which of the following statements on the use of X-rays is incorrect? X-rays are used

a

in hospitals to obtain photogaphs of tissues and bones in the body

b

for the treatment of malignant growths like cancer cells

c

in detecting fingerprints

d

to reveal hidden flaws in metal castings and welded joints

e

to detect alternations which have been made to works of art

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Dakokeer
5 years ago

The answer is choice C. I don't think there is a need for explanation just open to "practical application of x-rays" page 490, New school physics.

The question and the answer makes no meaning....which is correct abi incorrect?...pls,review this question...myschool.com

doherty deborah
9 years ago

i think c is the correct answer because fingerprints are transparent to x-rays.but d might also be correct you know there can be two correct answers but i am sure of c

Somtokizito
3 years ago

The statement B. "for the treatment of malignant growths like cancer cells" is incorrect. X-rays are used in radiation therapy to treat cancer cells, but not for the treatment of malignant growths themselves.

sammybrains
8 years ago

option c is the right answer

Michealubegirl
5 years ago

in year 2020 you chose c as the ans why E

FNdudiri
4 years ago

The correct answer is C. Check page 490 of 'New School Physics'

akomolafehalimah
5 years ago

THIS ANSWER IS WRONG

Somtokizito
3 years ago

So the answer is b

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