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MASS ATTENUATION COEFFICIENT (cm²/gm) 60 50 29 keV 40 30 TIN 20 10 LEAD 0 20 40 60 80 100 PHOTON ENERGY (keV) 88 keV

          MASS ATTENUATION COEFFICIENT (cm²/gm)
60
50
29 keV
40
30
TIN
20
10
LEAD
0
20
40
60
80
100
PHOTON ENERGY (keV)
88 keV

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Hugh D. Young 14th Edition

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Step 1: **Understand the Purpose of Protective Aprons** - Protective aprons in diagnostic radiology are used to stop scattered X-ray photons, which typically have energies in the range of 50-100 keV. Show more…

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Mass attenuation curves for lead and tin are shown. Use them to answer the question. For diagnostic radiology, protective aprons are used to stop scattered x-ray photons. X-ray tube potentials are typically 50-100 kVp. What are the pros and cons of each material for this purpose and WHY? 60 50 keV 40 MASS ATTENUATION COEFFICIENT (cm2/g) 30 TIN 20 10 88 keV LEAD 20 40 60 80 100 PHOTON ENERGY (keV)