Magnetic field measurement at different locations of a livestock farm
- MOJ Ecology & Environmental Sciences
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Saadet Bingöl,1 Kardelen Arıcı,1 Serap Göncü,1 Atalay Ergül,2 Ahmet Bayram1
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Abstract
This study aimed to measure environmental magnetic field intensity at different locations and to evaluate its potential effects on animal health. Magnetic field measurements were conducted at 25 locations, each with three repetitions, and recorded in microtesla (μT). Descriptive statistics were calculated, and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed by Duncan’s Multiple Range Test was applied to determine differences between locations. Results indicated that magnetic field intensity at most locations ranged between 0.2 and 20 μT, representing safe levels. However, a measurement of 210 μT at location 2 was notably higher than the others and considered an outlier. Duncan’s test confirmed that most locations were statistically similar, with only location 2 forming a distinct group. These findings suggest that magnetic field exposure in animal habitats is generally low, although certain specific points may require monitoring. The study highlights the importance of environmental magnetic field assessment for animal health and welfare.
Keywords
magnetic field, microtesla, animal health