MDCAT Physics MCQ #901

A person is using an MRI machine to image their brain. What phenomenon is responsible for the magnetic field generated by the machine?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #901

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A person is using an MRI machine to image their brain. What phenomenon is responsible for the magnetic field generated by the machine?

    • A) Electromagnetic induction
    • B) Magnetic resonance
    • C) Electromagnetic radiation
    • D) Thermal expansion

    Answer: Electromagnetic induction

    Explanation: Magnetic resonance is the phenomenon that occurs in the sample being imaged but electromagnetic induction is responsible for the magnetic field generated by the machine.