An area of electric and magnetic forces caused by electromagnetic radiation. Researchers are studying whether the electromagnetic fields from power lines, electrical appliances, and wireless and cellular telephones can cause cancer or other harmful health effects. Also called EMF.
( ee-LEK-troh-mag-NEH-tik feeld )
Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
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