Highlights: Biological Effects of Non‐ionising Electromagnetic Radiations: Fact or Fiction?

Abstract

After analysing the differences between ionising and non‐ionising radiations, the author considers the interaction between radiations and the environment, in particular that affecting human tissues. The mechanism of the interaction is described in detail. It is shown that no consensus exists at present as to whether the electric or magnetic field is biologically important. Another difficulty is that roles of field strength, duration of exposure, and intermittent versus continuous exposure are also unknown at present. It is maintained that several years of research in biomedical sciences are needed to determine what components of exposure are the factors in health disorders induced by electromagnetic fields.

Citation

Llaurado, J.G. (1990), "Highlights: Biological Effects of Non‐ionising Electromagnetic Radiations: Fact or Fiction?", Environmental Management and Health, Vol. 1 No. 1, pp. 6-8. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000002769