Pure aluminum will not hinder the passage of high-energy x-rays

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

True. Use of aluminum filters removes from the beam a high percentage of low-energy x-rays that increase radiation exposure but do not contribute useful information to the image.

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Anatomic alterations found in the lungs of patients with a fungal infection include:

1. fibrosis of lung parenchyma. 2. alveolar-capillary destruction. 3. hyperinflation. 4. mucosal edema. a. 1, 2 b. 2, 3 c. 3, 4 d. 1, 2, 4

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Radiographs are helpful in revealing each of the following except one. Which one is the exception?

A) Amalgam particles in soft tissue B) Bluish gingiva C) Base material D) Overhanging restorations

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