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How can the Doppler Effect be applied to everyday life?

A few daily life examples of Doppler effect are: a) When you stand beside a police radar. b) The Doppler
effect is used by meteorologists to track storms. c) Doctors use the Doppler Effect in hospitals to
diagnose heart problems. d) Traffic police make use of doppler effect a radar gun to check the speed of
the oncoming vehicles.

Why is the Doppler Effect used in hospitals?

Why is the Doppler Effect used in hospitals?

Doppler effect in hospitals is used to monitor the blood flow. It also measures the direction and speed of
blood flow. Blood clots are also detected with the Doppler effect as the ultrasound will detect slower
blood flow where the clot is located.

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