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Although living organisms have thrived in a natural electromagnetic environment, increasingly, they have been subjected to a myriad of man-made electromagnetic fields and radiations. Besides the primary intended roles, these fields and waves produce other effects that may influence the vital activities of these organisms. The changes produced depend on many physical and biological factors. They may or may not be grossly apparent and be visible soon after exposure of the living organism.
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Lin, J.C. (2000). Mechanisms of Electromagnetic Field Coupling into Biological Systems at ELF and RF Frequencies. In: Lin, J.C. (eds) Advances in Electromagnetic Fields in Living Systems. Advances in Electromagnetic Fields in Living Systems, vol 3. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-4203-2_1
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