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What is Biophysics primarily concerned with?
What is Biophysics primarily concerned with?
- The observation of astronomical events
- The analysis of geological formations
- The application of physics laws to biological phenomena (correct)
- The study of chemical reactions in organisms
Which of the following systems is NOT an example of a technique used in Biophysics?
Which of the following systems is NOT an example of a technique used in Biophysics?
- MRI
- CT-scan
- X-ray diffraction (correct)
- PET
What kind of science is Biophysics considered to be?
What kind of science is Biophysics considered to be?
- Purely biological
- Interdisciplinary (correct)
- Mathematical
- Purely physical
In what field are Biophysics techniques predominantly used to serve?
In what field are Biophysics techniques predominantly used to serve?
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Which approach is primarily used in Biophysics to study biological systems?
Which approach is primarily used in Biophysics to study biological systems?
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Study Notes
Definition of Biophysics
- Biophysics is the application of physical laws to biological phenomena.
- It is an interdisciplinary science combining principles from physics and biology.
- Biophysics applies physical approaches and methods to investigate biological systems.
Applications of Biophysics
- Medical imaging techniques, such as MRI, PET, CT-scan, and Ultrasound, are examples of biophysics in action.
- These techniques are used to benefit human health in the field of Medicine.
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Learn about the application of physical laws to biological systems, including medical imaging techniques like MRI and CT-scans. Discover how biophysics serves the human body in the field of medicine.
