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Questions
Write two uses of the following radiation.
X-rays
Give any two uses of X-rays.
Solution
- X-rays are used in medical diagnostics to find bone fractures, lung TB, gall bladder stones, and kidney stones.
- They are employed in engineering to inspect bridge defects.
- To inspect industrial materials for cracks or defects.
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