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How can ultra violet rays cause blindness and cancer in Guyana?
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∙ 13y ago
Since the ozone layer has got a hole in it all the dangerous UV rays in. The UV rays burn the skin and are so bright too.
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Does ultra violet rays cause cancer?
Yes, exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays, particularly from the sun or indoor tanning devices, can increase the risk of developing skin cancer. UV rays damage the DNA in skin cells, leading to mutations that can lead to the development of cancer over time. It is important to protect the skin from excessive UV exposure by wearing protective clothing, using sunscreen, and avoiding prolonged sun exposure.
Can snow cause a black outs how?
The reflection of sunlight on snow can cause temporary blindness.
What problems can solar flares cause?
The Harmful Rays Can Cause Blindness Because You Pupil Is Delicate . Also during a strong solar storm, large powerful flares can cause power failure by overloading the electric grid. Strong flares can penetrate most spacecraft, and could cause radiation poisoning or cancer in humans.
What is the IUPAC name of the alcohol that can cause blindness and perhaps death when it is consumed?
Methanol.
Can drugs cause color blindness?
Some medications such as antibiotics, barbiturates, anti-tuberculosis drugs, high blood pressure medications, and several medications used to treat nervous disorders and psychological problems may cause color blindness.
What type of light ray can cause blindness emitted by an arc welder?
These rays are ultra violet rays like the sun. They not only can cause blindness in the long term, can cause "flash burn" or burning on the eye which is quite painful and can incapacitate a welder for a few days. They also cause sunburn and they are linked to skin cancer.
What is the dangerous of using ultra violet?
The ultra violet rays can cause sunburn to your skin. Eye protection should also be worn as damage to your retina can cause blindness
What are the dangers of ultra violet light?
Ultra Violet Light can cause a large number of health problems. Some effects as stated: Skin cell damage Skin Cancer (Keeping in mind the most deadly form, malignant melanoma, doesn't bear signs of UVB radiation mutation 92% of the time, suggesting this from of cancer isn't' caused by ultra violet light) Cataracts in the Eye Pterygium and Pinquecula formation in the eye Flash blindness (Sudden, high doses causing temporary blindness) UVA / UVB radiation can also cause degradation and damage to polymers, fabrics, and dyes. Excessive exposure can cause bleaching to some surfaces and substances (Such as your hair!)
What are two possible environmental factors that can cause cancer?
Carcinogenic pollutants, and ultra-violet radiation
Why do you need suntan creams?
To protect you from ultra violet sun rays that can cause skin cancer.
Does tv cause blindness?
Television does not cause blindness.
Which disease is cause by lack ofvitamin A?
In early childhood, blindness. Later on, various problems with immune system, cancer, etc. Most commonly, night blindness if the person isn't completely blind from a lack of Vitamin A in youth.
What's Skin cancer?
ultra-violet rays cause skin cancerMost times, it is caused by excessive sun exposure.
Does ultra violet light affect the body?
yes it does it can cause various types of skin cancer and can afeect the function of the brain.
What type of wave can cause skin cancer and promotes vitamin D production?
The waves you seek are ultra violet waves.
What is the usual cause of color blindness?
The cause of color blindness is X-linked factors.
Can dehydration cause blindness?
Yes it can cause permanent blindness and immflamation of the brain.
