A-Level Physics · 24 Medical physics
Ultrasound production, reflection, and imaging for A-Level Physics
Ultrasound production, reflection, and imaging is mapped to 24 Medical physics in the Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics pathway. Use this public guide to see exactly where the concept fits, what to master, and which GioPhysics resource continues the study sequence.
Where this fits
24 Medical physics
- Curriculum
- Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics
- Theme or group
- A Level extension
- Current framework
- Examinations in 2025–2027 · Version 1
X-ray production and attenuation, CT, ultrasound with acoustic impedance, and PET follow the 9702 outline.
Mastery checklist
Know what success looks like.
- 01
Label the wave or ray diagram with the quantities and boundary conditions that matter.
- 02
Relate frequency, period, wavelength, speed, phase, or angle using the correct model.
- 03
Predict how the observable pattern changes when one controlled variable changes.
Exam lens
Build, apply, check.
24 Medical physics sits inside A Level extension. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.
Teaching sequence
24 Medical physics
This syllabus point maps to 4 ordered concept guides.
- 01Ultrasound production, reflection, and imagingCurrent guide
- 02X-ray production and attenuation
- 03Computed tomography
- 04PET scanning