Abstract

Overview

The rapid expansion of the communication sector and the increased use of wireless devices have significantly raised the emissions of non-ionizing electromagnetic radiations (EMRs) in the environment.

Findings

• Investigation into the effects of 900 MHz EMRs at 10.0 dBm across various exposure periods (ranging from 0.5 to 8 hours over 7 days) on Trigonella foenum-graecum.
• Significant findings included decreased germination rates at longer exposure times, alterations in root and shoot lengths, and increased lipid peroxidation as indicated by malondialdehyde content.
• Notable up-regulation in antioxidant defense enzymes such as ascorbate peroxidase, superoxide dismutase, and others in plant tissues.
• The genotoxicity study highlighted chromosomal aberrations in root tip cells, indicating DNA damage.

Conclusion

The study concludes that EMRs exposure leads to oxidative stress and genotoxicity, impacting the biological system of Trigonella foenum-graecum, thereby suggesting potential long-term health risks of EMR exposure.