= X-ray detector
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An X-ray detector is a device used to detect and measure X-rays, which are a form of electromagnetic radiation. These detectors are essential tools in various fields, including medical imaging, security screening, and scientific research. They convert X-ray photons into a readable signal or image that can be analyzed. There are several types of X-ray detectors, each suited for different applications: 1. **Film-based detectors**: Traditional X-ray films that capture images through chemical reactions to X-rays.
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