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SAR values of mobile phones

SAR values of mobile phones

The specific absorption rate (SAR) is a measure for the energy absorbed by the body. Its measure is Watt per kilogram (W/kg). In order to avoid adverse health effects, the specific absorption rate of a mobile phone must not exceed 2 Watts per kilogram.

Radon-Map

Radon-Map

Radon is constantly generated in soil by the radioactive decay of radium. The radon concentration in soil air greatly influences the radon migration into a building. A map of radon concentrations in soil air in Germany is the basis for assessing the regional radon situation.

UV-forecast

UV-forecast

The UV Index (UVI) is internationally standardized. It is a measure of the intensity of UV radiation reaching the earth's surface on a horizontal area, weighted according to the risk of sunburn.

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The Federal Office for Radiation Protection (BfS) provides you free of charge with information about many key topics around radiation protection. Videos (in German only) and topic pages are to provide an image of many radiological aspects and help understand the complex correlations.

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Experts in the field of radiation protection can find information on training and further education on the BfS website. Scientists and researchers can find out about current research projects and their results. Physicians learn all about medical approval processes.

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