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SOFT X-RAY [1 record]

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Record 1 2019-12-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Radiological Physics (Theory and Application)
CONT

Soft X-rays ... have low energy and penetration power. They are used for X-ray inspection of low-density materials such as agricultural fruits, vegetables, and seeds.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique radiologique et applications
CONT

Pour une tension comprise entre 20 et 30 kV [kilovolts], on parle de basse tension et de rayons X mous. [...] les rayons mous sont peu pénétrants et peu utiles pour l'imagerie [...]

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Física radiológica (Teoría y aplicación)
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