SAR (special absorption rate) & frequency

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The discussion centers on the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) and its relationship with frequency and energy absorption in human brain tissue. It is established that SAR does not increase with frequency due to factors such as geometry, electromagnetic wave coupling, and the amplitude of the wave. As frequency increases, eddy currents are induced in the tissue, but this does not significantly affect SAR until frequencies reach a level that limits penetration due to skin depth shielding. The correct terminology is emphasized: Specific Absorption Rate, indicating the amount of energy absorbed per kilogram of tissue.

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we know the relation between wavelength, frequency and energy :
The greater the energy, the larger the frequency and the shorter (smaller) the wavelength -> E=h\upsilon
On the other side, SAR is common property that measures absorbed energy.
Now if we calculating SAR for human brain tissue , we would have such graph :
SAR.jpg


But i don't understand why it behaves like that , why SAR doesn't increase with frequency ?
 
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There's no graph, so I don't know what exactly you are referring to. In general, you shouldn't confuse quantum properties with the classical problem you are considering. Power absorption depends on geometry, EM wave coupling, and on the square of the amplitude of the wave. Coupling depends only weakly on frequency. As frequency rises, eddy currents are induced and dissipated in the highly conductive tissue. Higher frequencies don't change this until you get high enough to limit penetration due to skin depth shielding.

PS: It's Specific (not special) Absorption Rate. Specific means amount per kg of tissue.
 
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