Which waves are used in echocardiography?

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Solution

Ultrasonic waves are made to reflect from various parts of the heart and thus form the image of the heart.
This technique is called echocardiography and is employed to have a precise idea about the working of heart.
Hence, ultrasonic waves are used in echocardiography.

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