What types of interactions take place within the human body during x-ray imaging?

The photoelectric effect, Compton scattering, and coherent scatter are the primary interactions that occur within the human body during x-ray imaging, which is why this answer is correct.

The photoelectric effect takes place when an x-ray photon is completely absorbed by an inner-shell electron, resulting in the ejection of that electron from the atom. This interaction is particularly significant in high atomic number tissues, such as bone, where the absorption of x-rays is more pronounced. It has important implications for image contrast, as differences in absorption between tissues help to create the images seen on x-ray films.

Compton scattering involves the interaction of x-ray photons with outer-shell electrons, resulting in the partial absorption of the photon’s energy and a change in its direction. This type of scattering is prevalent in soft tissues and contributes to the overall image quality, but can also lead to reduced image contrast due to scatter.

Coherent scatter refers to the interaction of low-energy x-ray photons with matter, where the photons change direction without losing energy. Although coherent scatter has a minor impact compared to the other two interactions listed, it can contribute to image fog and general background noise in radiographic imaging.

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