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UV radiation is of a high energy, therefore it can cause damage to living cells. The dangers faced by humans include; most commonly damage to the skin, but also damage to the eye and immune system. Most people experience sunburn at some time in their lives, but UV can cause more serious skin damage such as cancer as a result of DNA damage.

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Why can ultraviolet waves be dangerous?

Ultraviolet (UV) waves can be dangerous because they have more energy than visible light, leading to potential damage to cells and tissues. Prolonged exposure to UV radiation can cause sunburn, premature skin aging, and increase the risk of skin cancer. It is important to protect your skin by using sunscreen and wearing protective clothing when exposed to UV rays.


What is a type of ultraviolet ray abbr.?

UVA (ultraviolet A), UVB (ultraviolet B), UVC (ultraviolet C) are types of ultraviolet rays.


Name some ways that ultraviolet waves are useful and some ways in which they are dangerous?

Ultraviolet waves are useful in applications like sterilizing medical equipment, detecting counterfeit money or documents, and treating certain skin conditions like eczema. However, overexposure to ultraviolet waves from the sun can lead to skin damage, sunburns, premature aging, and an increased risk of skin cancer.


Why is sunlight dangerous?

Sunlight can be dangerous because it contains ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which can damage skin cells and increase the risk for skin cancer. Prolonged exposure to UV radiation without protection can also lead to premature skin aging, sunburn, and other skin disorders. It is important to take precautions, such as wearing sunscreen and protective clothing, to minimize these risks.


Are you seeing ultraviolet rays when you see ultraviolet light?

no, because ultraviolet rays are just above seeing and with ultraviolet lights, you see a more violet color.

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Which layer of the earth atmosphere protects the earth from dangerous ultraviolet raditions of the sun?

Dangerous Ultraviolet radiations are the ones emitted from sun. These are protected by ozone.


Ultraviolet A and ultraviolet B are the two types of radiation form sunlight only uva is dangerous?

no.. both are


How would you use ultraviolet in a sentence?

The ultraviolet light of the sun will give you good color, but too much exposure can be dangerous.


Which layer of earth's atmosphere protect the earth from the dangerous ultraviolet?

The ozone layer


Which layer of the earth's atmosphere protectes the earth from the dangerous ultraviolet radiations of the sun?

OZONE


Are X-rays less dangerous to health than ultraviolet radiation?

No, they are not. X-rays have a higher energy than UV radiation, and they have the potential to do more damage to tissue.


Which layer of the earth atmosphere protects the earth from dangerous ultraviolet?

The ozone layer, situated in the stratosphere of the Earth's atmosphere, is responsible for absorbing and blocking most of the dangerous ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. This layer helps in safeguarding life on Earth by preventing excessive UV radiation from reaching the surface.


What are the dangerous rays that harms ozone layer?

No dangerous rays harm the ozone layer. CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) harm the ozone layer. The ozone layer actually protects us and theearth from dangerous ultraviolet radiation.


Which layer of the earth atmosphere protects the earth from the dangerous ultraviolet?

Ozone layer protects us. It is present in the stratosphere.


Is the ozone layer a climate?

No. It's a thin layer of ozone gas which protects the earth from dangerous ultraviolet radiation.


What layer of the earths atmosphere protects it from dangerous ultraviolet radiations of the sun?

Ozone layer protects the earth from the dangerous ultra violet radiations of the sun. It is present in the stratosphere region of the atmosphere.


What does the ozone do for the earth?

The ozone layer absorbs 97-99% of the Sun's high frequency ultraviolet light, which is dangerous to life.