Why are X–ray devices and CT scans used in the medical field?

X-rays and CT scans use radiation to create images that show structures inside the body, helping medical professionals examine bones, organs, and other tissues. They are not used to dispose of waste or prevent medication errors, and radiation can have potential harmful effects, so choice D, “to create images of the internal structures of the body,” is correct.

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