Non-ionizing radiation refers to electromagnetic radiation that does not carry enough energy to ionize atoms or molecules. It includes radiation such as radio waves, microwaves, infrared, and visible light. While less energetic than ionizing radiation, overexposure to non-ionizing radiation can still cause health issues by inducing thermal effects in biological tissues. Common sources of non-ionizing radiation include cell phones, WiFi networks, power lines, and medical devices like MRI machines. To minimize risk, exposure time should be limited, distance from the source increased, and shielding employed when possible.
Non-ionizing radiation refers to electromagnetic radiation that does not carry enough energy to ionize atoms or molecules. It includes radiation such as radio waves, microwaves, infrared, and visible light. While less energetic than ionizing radiation, overexposure to non-ionizing radiation can still cause health issues by inducing thermal effects in biological tissues. Common sources of non-ionizing radiation include cell phones, WiFi networks, power lines, and medical devices like MRI machines. To minimize risk, exposure time should be limited, distance from the source increased, and shielding employed when possible.
Non-ionizing radiation refers to electromagnetic radiation that does not carry enough energy to ionize atoms or molecules. It includes radiation such as radio waves, microwaves, infrared, and visible light. While less energetic than ionizing radiation, overexposure to non-ionizing radiation can still cause health issues by inducing thermal effects in biological tissues. Common sources of non-ionizing radiation include cell phones, WiFi networks, power lines, and medical devices like MRI machines. To minimize risk, exposure time should be limited, distance from the source increased, and shielding employed when possible.
Non-ionizing radiation refers to electromagnetic radiation that does not carry enough energy to ionize atoms or molecules. It includes radiation such as radio waves, microwaves, infrared, and visible light. While less energetic than ionizing radiation, overexposure to non-ionizing radiation can still cause health issues by inducing thermal effects in biological tissues. Common sources of non-ionizing radiation include cell phones, WiFi networks, power lines, and medical devices like MRI machines. To minimize risk, exposure time should be limited, distance from the source increased, and shielding employed when possible.
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NONIONIZING RADIATION
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M-1(Physics) 2018 WHAT IS Non-ionizing radiation?
Non-ionizing (or non-ionising) radiation refers to any type of
electromagnetic radiation that does not carry enough energy per quantum ( photon energy less than 12.4 eV) to ionize atoms or molecules—that is, to completely remove an electron from an atom or molecule. The usual definitions have suggested that radiation with particle or photon energies less than 10 electronvolts (eV) be considered non-ionizing. Non-ionizing radiation differs from ionizing radiation in the way it acts on materials like air, water, and living tissue. Unlike x-rays and other forms of ionizing radiation, non-ionizing radiation does not have enough energy to remove electrons from atoms and molecules. Non-ionizing radiation can heat substances. Nonionizing radiation has many uses but can be a health hazard, exposure to it can cause burns, radiation sickness, cancer and genetic damage. SOURCES Natural origin(such as sunlight or lightning discharges etc) Man-made (eg: Radiofrequency (RF) radiation used in many broadcast, wireless communication ,infrared radiation in heat lamp , microwave and etc). Types of non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation 1. Near ultraviolet radiation 2. Visible light 3. Infrared (IR) light 4. Microwave 5. Radio waves 6. Very low frequency (VLF) 7. Extremely low frequency (ELF) 8. Thermal radiation 9. Black-body radiation Radiometric Units IS NON-IONIZING USEFUL? Some of the medical applications may be: Radio frequency: 1.MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) 2. Supra-ventricular arrhythmia treatment 3.OSA (obstructive sleep apnea treatment) Microwaves: 1.Tumor detection 2.BPH (benign prostate hyperplasia) treatment 3.Supra-ventricular arrhythmia treatment 4.Dental caries prevention Infrared: 1.Medical infrared thermography(MIT) 2.Tissue regeneration (especially Far IR) 3.Pain treatment 4.Fluorescence tomographic imaging (Near IR) Visible light 1.Optic fiber used in endoscopy 2.Dosimetry 3.Laser applications (several) UV: 1.Psoriasis and vitiligio treatment, bilirubin removal (especially on newborns and children). Other use can be ultraviolet blood irradiation (UBI), though this is not fully accepted by the medical community worldwide. Our useful devices are: Microwave ovens
Global positioning systems,
Cell phones, Television stations,
FM radio
Baby monitors
Cordless phones
garage-door openers CB radios, and
AM radio.
Extremely low-frequency (ELF) waves that are
produced by electrical power lines and wiring. IS NONIONIZING RADIATION HARMFUL? Although considered less dangerous than ionizing radiation, overexposure to non-ionizing radiation can cause health issues. Non-ionising radiation does not penetrate deep into the tissues but increases the risk of damage to the skin and eyes. Non-ionizing radiation can produce non-mutagenic effects such as inciting thermal energy in biological tissue that can lead to burns. Radiofrequency waves can cause tissue heating at high energies and with high intensities. Radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (including microwave and millimeter waves) to their list of things which are possibly carcinogenic to humans. PRINCIPLES OF RADIATION SAFETY The principles of radiation protection for NIR are the same as those for ionizing radiation. 1. time, 2. distance, and 3. shielding.
The maximum exposure time during any interval
when the field intensity exceeds the guideline limit is given by Where, = frequency-dependent averaging time, F=measured field intensity, either electric or magnetic, or power density, and L=limiting exposure The exact degree of attenuation s determined by the electrical properties of the shielding material, the shield thickness, and the frequency of the radiation. A =3.34 Where, A =attenuation, dB, t =shield thickness, inches, μ =relative (to copper) permeability, σ =relative (to copper) conductivity, and f =frequency, Hz. Electric Conductivity and Magnetic Permeability of Selected Radio- Frequency Shielding Materials HOW TO PROTECT RADIATION IN OUR DALIY LIFE? The use of protective clothing and sunblocking creams is effective in preventing skin damage. Sunglasses that absorb UV light are effective in preventing eye injury. Radiation safety measures include minimizing exposure time, maximizing distance from the source, and interposing shielding when necessary. Eat antioxidant-rich foods of every color, especially cherries, blueberries, pomegranates, yams, and sweet potatoes. Drink six to eight 8-ounce glasses of filtered water every day to flush and hydrate your system. THANK YOU
