Definition

A type of photography that captures images produced on a screen by X-rays, often used in medical imaging.

Example

The doctor recommended a fluorography to check for any lung issues.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of fluorography?

No, I haven’t. What is it?

It's a technique that uses X-rays to create images on a screen.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know that was a thing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fluorography → It is formed from "fluoro-" (from Latin *fluere*, meaning to flow) and "-graphy" (from Greek *grapho*, meaning to write or record). The word refers to the process of recording images using fluorescent materials, thus capturing the flow of light.

Memory Tip

Think of 'flowing' light ('fluoro-') being 'recorded' ('-graphy') to remember that fluorography is about capturing images using fluorescent techniques.

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