MRI PhET activity

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has become an essential diagnostic tool worldwide due to its ability to non-invasively depict and distinguish soft tissues within the body. At the most basic level, it utilizes an induced magnetic field and a pulsed radio frequency wave to create detailed images of a patient. In this exercise, students use the online PhET activity to explore how magnetic fields are generated and used in MRIs including the importance of hydrogen atoms and the Larmor frequency.


Learning Goals

MRI PhET Activity Learning Goals


Lab instructions

MRI PhET Activity Laboratory Guide (pdf) (docx)


Assessments

MRI PhET Activity Quiz


Links

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