Even though x-rays are invisible to the human eye, or perhaps because of it, the public has always had
a combination of curiosity and fear about the power of the invisible rays. Some of that history is
chronicled in these 9 panels and more is available in other "rooms" of the Museum.

Radiology and the Popular ImaginationRadiology and the Popular Imagination X-rays - A New LoveX-rays - A New Love Radiation Goes Everywhere Radiation Goes Everywhere Radiation Goes EverywhereRadiation Goes Everywhere Radiation Can Do EverythingRadiation Can Do Everything Radioactivity in Popular CultureRadioactivity in Popular Culture Radioactivity Goes To The MoviesRadioactivity Goes To The Movies The Love FadesThe Love Fades The Public is ReassuredThe Public is ReassuredLightbox Alternative by VisualLightBox.com v3.0

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