Physics for IGCSE & O level - Waves And Sounds (Section 2 - No. 32)
Why is ultrasound preferred over X-rays in some medical applications?
Ultrasound is less expensive.
Ultrasound can cause cell damage inside a growing baby.
Ultrasound uses ionizing radiation.
Ultrasound can distinguish between different layers of soft tissue.
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Ultrasound is preferred because it can distinguish between different layers of soft tissue, and is much safer than X-rays. X-rays, and therefore will not cause damage to the baby.