Andrew Goldsworthy -2009
Membrane leakage
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All the living cells in our bodies are surrounded by membranes just two molecules
thick. Most of these molecules are negatively charged and tend to repel one
another. However, they are held together by positive ions (mainly calcium) that fit
in between them. The ions’ forces of attraction for the negative molecules
on either side help to bind them together like mortar holding together the bricks of
a wall.
Extremely weak alternating electromagnetic fields, similar to those produced by
Wifi, cell phones, cordless phones, and their respective base stations, can act on
these calcium ions and dislodge them. This weakens the membrane and makes it
more inclined to leak. Very little energy is required since the calcium has to be
moved only far enough from the membrane for an alternative ion (usually
potassium) to sneak into its place. Since potassium (with only one positive
charge) is less good than calcium (which has two charges) at holding the
membrane together, it still leaks.
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