Essential Physics For Radiographers

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Since its first edition in 1979, Essential Physics for Radiographers has earned an international reputation as a clear and straightforward introduction to the physics of radiography. Now in its third edition, this book remains a core textbook for student radiographers. This new edition reflects the change from diploma to graduated radiography education, however the authors have retained the pragmatice approach of earlier editions and continue to target the book particularly at those students who find physics a difficult subject to grasp. The book has undergone major revision, and the content has been broadened to reflect the recent advances in imaging technology. Key new topics include magnetic resonance, lasers and alternating current theory. Fundamental physical concepts such as internall energy and post-Bohr atomic theory are more fully discussed in order to stimulate students to find out more. Terminology has been revised to bring it in line with current educational and scientific practice, and decimal numbering of sections has been introduced. Information sources have been referenced, and an extensive bibliography is provided. New diagrams are included, others have been redrawn with greater accuracy and tables of physical data have been included. Worked examples and calculations feature strongly, and the innovative context-sensitive Maths Help File guides readers gently through the mathematical steps and concepts involved.