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How does RF radiation differ from ionizing radiation (radioactivity)?
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Answer: A. RF radiation does not have sufficient energy to cause chemical changes in cells and damage DNA
RF radiation does not have enough energy to cause chemical changes in cells and damage DNA, unlike ionizing radiation. That does not make it perfectly safe: strong RF can heat body tissue and cause burns. That is why exposure limits exist.
Tip: RF doesn't break DNA, but it can burn.