Which risk increases when a high-frequency electromagnetic wave propagates through a dielectric?

💡 Explanation

A strong EM field exceeding the dielectric strength causes dielectric breakdown because the electric field accelerates electrons, ionizing the material via impact ionization raising conductivity; therefore, breakdown becomes more probable, rather than lower heating because the current surge creates conductive hot plasma.

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