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Describe how endoscopes utilize optical fibres for medical imaging.

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Non-ionising imaging

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Describe how endoscopes utilize optical fibres for medical imaging.

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  • Endoscopes use optical fibres to transmit light into the body and carry images back to the viewer.
  • The fibres allow for flexible and minimally invasive procedures, enabling doctors to visualize internal organs without large incisions.

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This answer effectively outlines the function of optical fibres in endoscopes, highlighting their role in illumination and image transmission. It tests the student's ability to connect the concept of optical fibres to practical medical applications.

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