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Describe how endoscopes use fibre optics to transmit images.

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Non-ionising imaging

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Describe how endoscopes use fibre optics to transmit images.

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  • Endoscopes utilize bundles of optical fibres to transmit light and images from inside the body to an external viewer.
  • The fibres allow for minimal invasiveness while providing clear visuals of internal structures.

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This answer effectively describes the function of optical fibres in endoscopes, testing the student's understanding of the application of fibre optics in medical imaging. It highlights both the transmission of light and the imaging capability, which are key aspects of the learning objective.

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