Electromagnetic Fields

Overview:
This activity is designed to help students understand how electric and magnetic fields (also called electromagnetic fields, or EMFs) are produced, the potential effects of EMFs on human health, and the controversy surrounding those potential effects.  Students will conduct a survey, learn how to measure the strength of EMFs, and discuss EMF legislation through a role-playing exercise

Student Pages:
A Home Survey on Common Household Appliances and EMFs
Common Household Appliances and EMF Emissions
EMFs and Health Effects-The Word is Out
EMF Exposure and Childhood Leukemia-No Link found
Simulation Procedures
Interest Group Positions
Interest Group Fact Sheet
Senator's Worksheet

Earth & Sky Radio Correlations
This activity can be supplemented with related Earth & Sky radio shows that you can download for use in your classroom. Learn about the PLT and Earth & Sky Initiative.