What effect does Photoelectric Scatter have on radiation absorption?

The phenomenon of photoelectric effect involves the complete absorption of a photon’s energy when it interacts with an electron in an atom, generally within a dense material. When a photon has enough energy, typically in the range of X-rays or gamma rays, it can transfer all its energy to an electron, leading to the ejection of that electron from its atomic shell. This interaction effectively means that all of the photon's energy is absorbed by the atom, hence resulting in total absorption.

As a consequence of this absorption, the atom may undergo ionization, which can contribute to the biological effects associated with radiation exposure. This is particularly important in radiation protection, as understanding the nature and extent of photon interactions with matter allows professionals to evaluate the dose received by tissue and implement appropriate safety measures.

In contrast, other options refer to different types of interactions or effects related to radiation absorption that do not specifically describe the complete energy transfer associated with the photoelectric effect. Partial absorption indicates that some energy remains unabsorbed, while no absorption does not align with the nature of the photoelectric effect. Lastly, while secondary radiation can be produced by the interactions that involve photoelectric absorption, it does not accurately describe the absorption dynamics of the primary photon. Thus, total absorption of energy