Because microwave radiation is more penetrating than infrared. Too much microwave radiation can cook your brain inside your skull, to cite an unlikely, though theoretically possible, scenario.fangrz said:Why do people worry so much about microwave radiation if it has less energy than infrared (heat) radiation? Why do they worry about STANDING near microwaves versus standing near heat sources? Why do they worry about using it to heat up their food if it's lower in energy than infrared?
fangrz said:Why do people worry so much about microwave radiation if it has less energy than infrared (heat) radiation? Why do they worry about STANDING near microwaves versus standing near heat sources? Why do they worry about using it to heat up their food if it's lower in energy than infrared?
If the media were rational about this sort of thing then they could not entertain their audience. No one ever wants to do the sums before panicking about something.ZapperZ said:People also worry about EM radiation from power lines, about the possibility of catastrophic black holes at the LHC, about any level of radiation, etc... etc. You are asking why some people are irrational. Is there really an answer for such a thing?
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SteamKing said:Because microwave radiation is more penetrating than infrared. Too much microwave radiation can cook your brain inside your skull, to cite an unlikely, though theoretically possible, scenario.
http://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/hs/pubs/radiation/gl_radio_2.php
Microwave radiation can also interfere with medical devices, like pacemakers, which some people depend on to keep them alive.
The concern about microwave radiation stems from the fact that it is a form of electromagnetic radiation, which has been linked to potential health risks. This concern is further heightened by the widespread use of devices that emit microwave radiation, such as cell phones and microwave ovens.
There is currently no conclusive evidence that microwave radiation causes cancer. While studies have shown that high levels of exposure to microwave radiation can cause tissue damage, the levels emitted by everyday devices are well below this threshold.
Microwave radiation has the ability to penetrate the human body and cause molecules to vibrate, which can lead to heating of tissues. However, the levels emitted by household devices are not strong enough to cause any significant heating or harm to the body.
Children are not necessarily more vulnerable to the effects of microwave radiation. However, because their bodies are still developing, some experts recommend limiting their exposure to devices that emit microwave radiation as a precautionary measure.
To reduce your exposure to microwave radiation, you can limit your use of devices that emit it, such as cell phones and microwaves. You can also maintain a safe distance from these devices when they are in use, and use a hands-free device for cell phone calls. Additionally, you can opt for devices with lower radiation levels or use protective cases for your cell phone.