Pointed,plastic cones are not used in dental radiology because:
A)the cones are difficult for the practitioner to line up correct anatomic structures.
B)the cones cause the production of excess secondary and scatter radiation.
C)the cones require a higher kVp setting on the control panel.
D)the cones require an increase in the time setting.

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Pointed, plastic cones can cause excess secondary and scatter radiation which is harmful for both the patient and the practitioner. Therefore, they are not used in dental radiology.

Pointed,plastic Cones Are Not Used in Dental Radiology Because