During a radiographic procedure using AEC, the exposure time will be shorter when the spine covers the ionization chamber, as compared with air covering the chamber.

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During a radiographic procedure using Automatic Exposure Control (AEC), the exposure time will be longer when the spine (or any dense anatomical structure) covers the ionization chamber because it absorbs more X-rays, requiring more time to reach the necessary exposure for a clear image. Conversely, air absorbs fewer X-rays, leading to a shorter exposure time.

During a Radiographic Procedure Using AEC, the Exposure Time Will