Definition

A technique for taking X-ray images using a special charged plate instead of traditional film, often used in medical imaging.

Example

Xeroradiography is commonly used in breast cancer screening to create detailed images of breast tissue.

Conversation

Have you heard about xeroradiography for breast cancer screenings?

Yeah, I read it's pretty effective and less painful than traditional methods.

Exactly! It uses an electric plate instead of film, right?

That's correct! It's amazing how technology has improved medical imaging.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Xeroradiography → It is formed from "xero-" (from Greek "xeros", meaning dry) and "radiography" (from Latin "radius", meaning ray, and Greek "grapho", meaning to write). The term refers to a method of imaging that uses dry techniques to capture images using rays.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dry' ('xero-') and 'writing' with rays ('radiography') to remember that xeroradiography is a dry imaging technique.

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