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it gives you a suntan, duhh!
Whoever wrote this answer does not know what they are talking about. If you are looking for a good, scientific answer, try the internet or your library. The answer above is redicilious, the person who asked the question was obviously looking for a better answer than the one given above.
it can damage your cornea in your eyes. it also does something to your immune system. and the obvious...skin cancer.
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Does ultraviolet radiation tan skin?
Yes, UV radiation is what causes you to tan. It also causes skin cancer. (The reason your body tans is to pretect itself from cancer causing UV radiation.)
How does oxybenzon work in sunblock?
In sunscreen, the oxybenzone specifically absorbs UV radiation. It then dissipates the UV radiation as heat, though this can theoretically cause minor damage to the body.
Which are more energetic photons of UV-A radiation or photons of UV-B radiation?
UV-B.
How do UV and radiation relate?
UV is a type of radiation. It is fatal for life on earth.
Which of these is not a reason to avoid UV radiation?
uv radiation destroys vitamin D
What is the pigment called the protects the body from UV radiation and gives its skin color?
melanin
Give an example of infrared radiation and uv radiation?
Infrared radiation in an stove oven and uv radiation in a tanning bed.
What happened when uv radiation emitted sodium?
UV radiation does not and cannot emit sodium.
Which are more energetic photons of UV A radiation or photons of UV B radiation?
UVB
Which does not belong vitamin D cholesterol UV radiation or keratin?
Hemoglobin
What is ultraviolet radiation where does it come from what is uv index and how is the uv index determine?
UV radiation is released from the sun.It is harmful for life.
What is the pigment called that protects the body from uv radiation and gives it skin-color?
melanin
