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  • Magnetic domain

    Within a magnetic bar, a polarity of attraction is observed, aligning itself in a north-to-south orientation.  

  • Lysholm grid

    An immobile arrangement of delicate lead strips finds its application in conjunction with the Potter-Bucky diaphragm. This ingenious device was invented by Erik Lysholm, a notable radiologist hailing from Sweden.  

  • L shell

    In the realm of atomic structure, we encounter the intriguing concept of the second electron shell encircling the nucleus. This particular layer houses electrons characterized by a principal quantum number of 2.  

  • Low-voltage therapy x-rays

    Superficial therapy, commonly referred to as “voltage ranging from 50 to 120 Kv.P.,” serves as a primary approach for treating skin lesions. This particular treatment modality focuses on targeting and addressing surface-level conditions.  

  • Logarithms

    Logarithms represent the power or exponent that would yield a specific quantity when applied to the base ten. In sensitometry, logarithms are employed to condense extensive data sets into concise numerical graphs.  

  • Local effect of radiation

    Exposure to radiation can have detrimental effects on the skin, leading to skin damage such as erythema (redness) and can also potentially contribute to the development of cataracts on the lens of the eye.  

  • Electrical load

    The quantity of electric power consumed from a power line, generator, or any other power source.  

  • L line

    One of the distinct spectral lines associated with an atom, generated through the excitation of an electron within the L shell.  

  • Line voltage compensator

    A switch that is connected to the incoming electrical line of the x-ray circuit and is placed in parallel across the greater part of the autotransformer.  

  • Line voltage

    The primary voltage of the electric current that enters the radiology department.  

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