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==Extremely-low-frequency RF== | ==Extremely-low-frequency RF== | ||
High-power extremely-low-frequency RF with electric field levels in the low kV/m range are known to induce perceivable currents within the human body that create an annoying tingling sensation. These currents will typically flow to ground through a body contact surface such as the feet, or arc to ground where the body is well insulated.<ref>[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electromagnetic_radiation_and_health EMF Radiation and health]</ref> | High-power extremely-low-frequency RF with electric field levels in the low kV/m range are known to induce perceivable currents within the human body that create an annoying tingling sensation. These currents will typically flow to ground through a body contact surface such as the feet, or arc to ground where the body is well insulated.<ref>[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electromagnetic_radiation_and_health EMF Radiation and health]</ref> | ||
==Biological hazards== | |||
The best understood biological effect of electromagnetic fields is to cause dielectric heating. For example, touching or standing around an antenna while a high-power transmitter is in operation can cause severe burns. These are exactly the kind of burns that would be caused inside a microwave oven. This heating effect varies with the power and the frequency of the electromagnetic energy. | |||
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