Microwave-Induced Developmental Defects in the Common Mealworm (Tenebrio molitor). A Decade of Research.

Abstract

Microwave-induced developmental effects in insects have been studied at several laboratories during the past decade. Results of the initial experiments were interpreted to show a 'nonthermal' microwave effect, but as more studies were conducted by various investigators, a predominantly thermal effect appeared to be the best explanation. This report presents the results of a comprehensive series of insect irradiation experiments including a rigorous statistical analysis of the data. Statistical analysis shows no microwave- induced effects for exposure of up to 4 hours at dose rates of 63 watts/ kilogram. Irradiation at higher intensities (102-126 W/kg) did produce statistically significant effects when applied over a 2-4 hour period. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 09, 1981
Accession Number
ADA118821

Entities

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  • Richard G. Olsen

Organizations

  • Naval Aerospace Medical Research Laboratory

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Absorption
  • Acoustic Absorption
  • Behavioral Sciences
  • Biomedical Research
  • Dose Rate
  • Electric Fields
  • Frequency
  • Humidity
  • Magnetic Fields
  • Nonparametric Statistics
  • Power Levels
  • Radiation
  • Radio Frequency
  • Standing Waves
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Waves
  • X Band

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  • Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry
  • Nuclear and Radiation Engineering.
  • Regression Analysis.