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| Perils of electromagnetic radiation on trees | |
| Research at the TU Delft, TNO, Alphen aan den Rijn and the Department of Plant Cell Biology at Wageningen University has concluded that electromagnetic radiation is damaging to the health of trees. Three years of research into the cause of widespread damage to trees has all but eliminated any biological factors. The radiation to which trees are exposed is mostly generated by WiFi access points (other possible sources include ground radar etc. ndr). At the end of the research period, tree leaves close to the radiation sources showed effects that seem to result in the disappearance of the upper and lower epidermis of leaves. This is followed by desiccation and death of a portion of the leaf. Seed germination and growth were also negatively effected. Further information: Fax: 0031 3174818094, Email: office@pcb.wur.nl, www.pcb.wur.nl In 2003/4, research by other institutions suggested that high frequency shortwave radiation can damage trees and that tree leaves absorb electromagnetic radiation that could induce a flow of electrically charged particles. It is thought that these particles are able to migrate to the soil through the roots, causing a type of electrolysis. This in turn could lead to soil acidification causing the stunting and death of trees. For a useful round-up, see: www.next-up.org/pdf/AlfonsoBalmoriTheEffectsOfMicrowavesOnTheTreesAndOtherPlantsUk.pdf |
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