On social media, there are shares about the ban on the use of mobile phones. Also, do not watch in the dark because of the risk of blindness. And do not use a cell phone flashlight to look at electrical cabinets at home. Dangerous to life?! Which story is true? Which story is false? Find the answer for sure before sharing. CHECK-LIST, a collection of popular stories. Ranked from sure before sharing Number 1: Is it true that looking at a mobile phone in the dark causes blindness ? A warning message was shared. If you look at your mobile phone screen in the dark, it can cause blindness. Conclusion: Not true, should not be shared ? Check the facts with: Dr. Nont Ratnin, ophthalmologist, Ratnin Eye Hospital and Dr. Somkiat Athikomkulchai, ophthalmologist, Ekkachai Hospital. 'Playing with a cell phone in the dark does not cause blindness. But it will cause more discomfort than playing with your cell phone while the light is on. Because you will have to focus more than usual. and there is more light reflected into the eyes than normal causing discomfort to the eyes Makes the eyes more tired Symptoms from using these devices are only temporary. When resting and stopping using It will return to normal.' Number 2: Is it true that charging your mobile phone while playing is life-threatening ? A warning message has been shared. Share a warning that charging a mobile phone while playing with it is dangerous to life. Because the charger will be so hot that the internal insulation will melt and 310 volt electricity will run in and cause an immediate shock. Conclusion: Some parts are true, should not be shared ?? Check the facts with: Professor Dusit Suksawat, Department of Electrical Engineering Faculty of Engineering King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang ' Using a mobile phone while charging the battery is not dangerous if the equipment used is up to standard and reliable, such as batteries and charging cables, manufactured to standards, in perfect condition, not damaged, and able to be used while chargi ng. But if the equipment mentioned including power strips that are not up to standard This is considered very dangerous. Whether it's being used while charging or just left plugged in, there is a chance and risk of danger such as electrical leaks, electric shocks, batteries or mobile devices exploding and catching fire, the professor advises. Adding that If it is charging from a power bank It is safer than charging directly from home power.' Number 3: Do not use your mobile phone as a flashlight to look at the breaker box. Is that true ? A warning message was shared. Do not use a cell phone flashlight to light the circuit breaker. or cutout lights with high voltage Because it can cause an explosion. Conclusion: Not true, should not be shared ? Check the facts with: Professor Dusit Suksawat, Department of Electrical Engineering Faculty of Engineering King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang Using a flashlight from your cell phone to shine a light on the circuit breaker. or cutout lights cannot ca use an explosion because 1. Home electrical cabinets are low voltage. Harmful if touched Therefore, if by chance there is a power leak Then touch the metal mobile phone. May be electrocuted according to normal mechanisms. Whether to turn on the flashlight on the mobile phone or not 2. High voltage, such as wires along high voltage poles. It can be dangerous even without touching it, so you should keep a distance of 2-3 meters because getting close can be dangerous. without using a mobile flashlight 3. Fuel tanks and gas tanks It wasn't ignited with a cell phone flashlight. But what if the fuel leaks and the mobile phone (or electrical equipment) is damaged and causes a spark? There may be dangers associated with normal flammable material mechanisms. It's not about the flashlight on your phone. Number 4: Do not call mobile phones in kitchens where gas stoves are used. Is that true ? A warning message was shared. Do not use mobile phones in the kitchen. Either answer calls or make calls. Because someone ha d already been scalded. While the gas stove is still on The gas will catch fire and explode. Conclusion: Not true, should not be shared ? Check the facts with: Mr. Prateep Bunsit, Director of the College of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation. Phuket Campus 'Talking on the phone does not cause the gas stove to leak electricity. However, focus on cooking. And don't play on your phone while cooking. To prevent accidents that may occur.' Number 5: Use your mobile phone while charging and then drink water. Is it true that it causes death by electric shock ? A warning clip has been shared. Using a mobile phone while charging and then drinking water It will cause immediate electric shock and death immediately. Conclusion: Not true, should not be shared ? Check the facts with: Professor Dusit Suksawat, Department of Electrical Engineering Faculty of Engineering King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang 'The clip shared creates a situation that is not true. However, Using a mobile phone while charging is not recommended. Because there is a risk of causing the machine to heat up. Because of working hard There may be damage as a result.' Source: Thai News Agency
Sunday, September 08, 2024