Detrimental effects of EM waves Flashcards
What is a bad effect of Microwaves and a way to prevent it?
HEAT HUMAN BODY TISSUE
Microwave Ovens need to have SHIELDING to prevent the microwaves from reaching the user
What is a bad effect of Infrared and a way to prevent it?
SKIN BURNS
You can protect yourself using INSULATING MATERIALS to reduce the amount of Infrared reaching your skin
What is a bad effect of Ultraviolet (UV) and a way to prevent it?
DAMAGE TO SKIN SURFACE CELLS & BLINDNESS
WEAR SUNSCREEN with UV filters
STAY OUT OF STRONG SUNLIGHT
What is a bad effect of Gamma Rays and a way to prevent it?
CELL MUTATION & TISSUE DAMAGE or CANCER
Sources of Gamma rays should be kept in LEAD-LINED boxes
Exposure should be AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE if it is needed