Detrimental effects of EM waves Flashcards

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What is a bad effect of Microwaves and a way to prevent it?

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HEAT HUMAN BODY TISSUE

Microwave Ovens need to have SHIELDING to prevent the microwaves from reaching the user

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What is a bad effect of Infrared and a way to prevent it?

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SKIN BURNS

You can protect yourself using INSULATING MATERIALS to reduce the amount of Infrared reaching your skin

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What is a bad effect of Ultraviolet (UV) and a way to prevent it?

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DAMAGE TO SKIN SURFACE CELLS & BLINDNESS

WEAR SUNSCREEN with UV filters
STAY OUT OF STRONG SUNLIGHT

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What is a bad effect of Gamma Rays and a way to prevent it?

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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

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