The health risks of the 5G radiation are being debated, however one study suggests that there is a connection between radiofrequency radiation and the development of cancers in male rats. The study was classified before it was removed in 2012 by the Central Intelligence Agency, but it shows that radiofrequency can cause cancer in animals, and even humans. Researchers were exposed to male rodents for 15 days and discovered that they developed same types of cancers as human beings do.
Health effects of radiation from 5G
Although the rapid growth of wireless communications have led to development of 5G technologies, there are growing concerns regarding the health effects of the radiation from 5G. Although the higher frequencies do not affect the body as much as older technologies, scientists have pointed to possible health effects that are systemic and have called for further studies. To ensure that the population is protected, there is a need for the European Commission is requesting independent studies to determine if the technology is posing any health risks.
It is important to note that there's a substantial amount of misinformation regarding the health effects of 5G, and it is vital to clear any misconceptions that persist. Although 5G isn't yet widely used, there are many individuals who are being told it might cause health problems mostly via social networks, where hyperbolic language is used.
Beamforming technique
Beamforming is among the most vital technologies in five-G networks. It is a method which makes use of multiple radiating elements to create a narrow beam. The purpose of beamforming is to limit the amount of unwanted radiation in the resulting signal. This method is widely employed in wireless communication systems, and is vital to the 5G's cost-effective coverage.
This technique works by electronic weighting of the individual signals from each antenna. This creates a small beam of radiation that improves cell coverage indoors and at the edges of cells. This is crucial since poor coverage could cause low user satisfaction. Along with increasing the signal beamforming reduces the amount of noise a user encounters from other devices.
Power density
The intensity of 5G electromagnetic radiation coming from cellphone towers is comparable to previous generations of 4G and 3G systems. A reason that lower density lies in the sensitivity of electronic components. The maximum radiation output of a 2G phone was approximate 2 Watts, while that of the 4G model was around 200 milliwatts.
The power density measures the amount of electromagnetic energy that can be absorbed into the body at a certain distance. Power density for 5g radiation is usually measured in watts per square metres. Contrary to the SAR measurement, the power density measurement is actually a measurement of the quantity of electromagnetic energy in the space. The limits for power density may differ for wearables and mobile devices according to their operating frequencies and distance.
Specific absorption
The Specific Absorption Ratio (SAR) is a parameter that measures the rate at which a certain frequency deposits power into human tissues. In generally, a SAR should not exceed two watts per kilogram of body mass. This figure is derived by the electrical field present in tissues as well as the density of mass, measured by kilograms of mass per cubic meter. It was recently used to determine the antenna design.
The latest radio technology that comprise the network 5G work at frequencies below 6 GHz. These frequencies are referred to by the name millimeter wave. However, according to the FCC's SAR compliance program is only applicable to frequencies up to 6 GHz. Additionally to that, the SAR test requires that measurements are conducted in phantoms containing tissues simulating media.
Health effects on skin
At present, we have no information on the effects of radiation from 5G on the skin. The existing knowledge is limited because of the absence of in-vivo experiments and theoretical models. There is however an urgent need for more studies of the effects of 5G radiofrequency radiation on the human skin. The use of 5G radio frequencies could cause skin damage specifically to the epidermis, which is one of the most sensitive parts.
Contrary to 4G, 5G's radiation has a high frequency that has been shown to heat human body tissues. Human bodies are dipolar, and the higher frequency of radio waves from 5G could cause heat in the skin. Exposure to 5G radio frequencies could be detrimental to other organs of the body, such as the brain.