The incidence of electromagnetic pollution on the amphibian decline: Is this an important piece of the puzzle?

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作者：
Balmori, Alfonso [1 ]
机构：
[1] Direccion General del Medio Natural, Consejería de Medio Ambiente, 47014 Valladolid, J. de C. y L., C/R. Cortejoso
来源：
Toxicological and Environmental Chemistry | 2006年 / 88卷 / 02期
关键词：
Athermal effects; Effects on amphibians; Electromagnetic pollution; Microwaves; Phone masts;
D O I：
10.1080/02772240600687200
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摘要：
A bibliographical review on the possible effects of radiofrequency radiation (RFR) from wireless telecommunications on living organisms and its impact on amphibians is presented. The technical characteristics of this new technology and the scientific discoveries that are of interest in the study of their effects on wild fauna and amphibians are described. Electromagnetic pollution (in the microwave and in the radiofrequency range) is a possible cause for deformations and decline of some amphibian populations. Keeping in mind that amphibians are reliable bio-indicators, it is of great importance to carry out studies on the effects of this new type of contamination. Finally, some methodologies that could be useful to determine the adverse health effects are proposed. © 2006 Taylor & Francis.
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页码：287 / 299
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