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In a material medium, when a position meets an electron both the particles annihilate leading to the mission of two gamma ray photon. This process forms the basis of an important diagnostic procedure called

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MRI

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PET

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CAT

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SPECT

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To solve the question regarding the process where a positron meets an electron leading to the emission of gamma rays, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Interaction**: - A positron is the antimatter counterpart of an electron. When a positron encounters an electron, they can annihilate each other. This annihilation results in the conversion of their mass into energy, which is emitted in the form of gamma ray photons. 2. **Identifying the Result of Annihilation**: - The annihilation of a positron and an electron typically produces two gamma ray photons. These photons are emitted in opposite directions to conserve momentum. 3. **Recognizing the Application**: - The process of positron-electron annihilation and the subsequent emission of gamma rays is utilized in medical imaging. This is particularly important in the field of nuclear medicine. 4. **Naming the Diagnostic Procedure**: - The specific diagnostic procedure that utilizes this phenomenon is known as Positron Emission Tomography (PET). PET scans are a type of imaging test that helps to show how your tissues and organs are functioning. 5. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the answer to the question is that the process forms the basis of an important diagnostic procedure called **Positron Emission Tomography (PET)**. ### Final Answer: **Positron Emission Tomography (PET)**
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