[The influence of electromagnetic fields on flora and fauna]
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Geomagnetic Field (Gmf) and Plant Evolution: Investigating the Effects of Gmf Reversal on Arabidopsis thaliana Development and Gene Expression
Published on: November 30, 2015
1Szkoła Główna Gospodarstwa Wiejskiego, Warszawa, Katedra Fizjologii Roślin, Wydział Rolnictwa i Biologii. malgorzata_rochalska@sggw.pl
Abstract:
This paper presents the influence of natural and artificial electromagnetic fields (EMF) on fauna and flora. The mechanisms of Earth's magnetic field detection and the use of this skill by migratory animals to faultlessly reach the destination of their travel are discussed, as well as the positive effects of electric and magnetic fields on plants relative to their physiology, yielding and health. EMF influence on social insects and animal organisms, including possible DNA damages and DNA repair systems, is presented. The influence of high frequency electromagnetic fields on birds nesting is also discussed.
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