The test that uses sound waves to create an image of a body part is known as ________
A) mammography
B) x-ray
C) MRI
D) ultrasonography
D
Explanation: A) Mammography uses x-rays, not sound waves, to create an image.
B) X-rays do not use sound waves to create an image.
C) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses magnets and radio waves, not sound waves.
D) Correct! Son/o- means "sound."
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