Comparative Analysis of Electric Field Strength, Magnetic Field Strength and Power Density around the Cell Phone Towers of Varying Characteristics with a Proposed Classification Facilitating Research on Human Population

Authors: Baliah J, Subramanian B, Livingstone D, Kanwal B, Zaman MU, Srivastava KC, Abutayyem H, Al-Johani K, David AP, Shrivastava D, Alam MK

Year: 2022

Category: Environmental Health

Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192114157

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/19/21/14157

Abstract

Overview

The study investigates the varying electromagnetic field (EMF) radiation emitted from cell phone towers and its potential influence on public health. Each tower's unique attributes, such as the number of antennas, result in different levels of radiation exposure.

Findings

  • Standardized methods were developed to quantify exposure near cell phone towers.
  • Exposure assessment was performed on four sides of various towers at distances of 50 m and 100 m.
  • Statistical analysis revealed significant variations in magnetic field strength (MF) and power density (PD) based on the number of antennas.
  • A classification system based on PD (low, medium, high) was proposed to facilitate accurate human health research.

Conclusion

The study highlights the importance of considering tower-specific characteristics, such as the number of antennas, to accurately gauge EMF radiation impacts on nearby populations. This tailored approach assists in pinpointing the direct effects of EMF exposure, contributing to more definitive public health assessments.

EMF radiation cell phone towers public health electromagnetic field power density magnetic field strength electric field strength
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