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Is it true that CRT monitors emit radiation?
If they do is it harmful?
If they do is it harmful?
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:russ_watters said:Enough radiation to see it...
CRT monitors emit very low levels of radiation. The amount depends on the size and age of the monitor, but it is typically less than 1 millirem per hour. This is well below the recommended daily limit of 100 millirem for non-radiation workers.
The low levels of radiation emitted by CRT monitors are not considered harmful. They are classified as non-ionizing radiation, which means they do not have enough energy to break chemical bonds in the body. However, it is still recommended to limit exposure to any type of radiation.
There is no evidence to suggest that the radiation from CRT monitors can cause cancer. The levels of radiation emitted are too low and considered safe by regulatory agencies, such as the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP).
The amount of radiation decreases with distance, so sitting at least 2-3 feet away from a CRT monitor can reduce exposure. However, it is important to note that the level of radiation emitted by CRT monitors is already very low and not considered harmful.
One simple safety measure is to limit the amount of time spent in front of a CRT monitor. Additionally, there are radiation shields and filters available for CRT monitors that can further reduce exposure. However, these measures are not necessary for the average user and the low levels of radiation emitted are not considered harmful.