Transillumination functions on the principle that
A)infrared radiation is easily detected.
B)black light causes certain substances to fluoresce.
C)converging and diverging light brings structures into focus.
D)tangential light casts shadows that illuminate contours.
E)air, fluid, and tissue transmit light differentially.

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Transillumination functions to differentiate between various media in a cavity. It can distinguish among air, fluid, and tissue. It consists of a strong light in the visible spectrum with a narrow beam.

Transillumination Functions on the Principle That