Meaning Of The Word X-ray absorptiometry

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X-ray absorptiometry Meaning

X-ray absorptiometry Definition
X-ray absorptiometry Definition

What's The Definition Of X-ray absorptiometry?

X-ray
electromagnetic radiation emitted when matter is bombarded with fast electrons. X-rays have wavelengths shorter than that of ultraviolet radiation, that is less than about 1 × 10–8 metres. They extend to indefinitely short wavelengths, but below about 1 ×
X-rays are a type of radiation that can pass through most solid materials. X-rays are used by doctors to examine the bones or organs inside your body and are also used at airports to see inside people's luggage.
countable noun: An X-ray is a picture made by sending X-rays through something, usually someone's body.

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