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This lecture covers the fundamentals of X-ray imaging, starting with the history of biomedical imaging and the discovery of X-rays by Wilhelm Röntgen. It explains the interaction of electromagnetic radiation with matter, focusing on electron binding energy and the use of X-rays in medical imaging. The lecture also delves into the concept of ionizing radiation, discussing its effects on different elements of matter and providing examples of its applications in various fields.