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NovaNet/GradPoint answer: The radiation damages a person's DNA, which causes a mutation that makes the cell divide out of control.
The radiation damages the DNA in cells, causing mutations. Eventually some of the mutations will be of imperfect cells that do not function properly but are still able to reproduce. These can form skin cancers such as melanoma.
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Why does UV light cause cancer?
UV light cause cancer. It is because it can penetrate deep down into the skin.
What can Skin cancer cause?
UV waves found in sunlight can cause skin cancer.
What kind of cancer does UV rays cause?
it can cause skin cancer
Overexposure to UV radiation can do what to you?
Over exposure to UV can cause cancer. The cancer is of skin.
How does light affects the environment?
UV light affects the environment in a bad way. UV can cause skin cancer, cataract, suppress the immune system etc.
Will UV light cause damage to human cells?
Yes, UV light can be very damaging tot the skin. It is one of the primary causes of skin cancer as well as wrinkles and age spots.
How does the atmospheric ozone layer protect Earth?
It absorbs harmful UV light which can cause skin cancer.
Does uv radiation effect skin cancer?
Yes, it is the major cause of skin cancer.
What are the risks of UV?
UV can cause skin cancer. It could also cause eye cataract.
What are effects of high levels of Uv light?
Too much exposure can cause skin burns and skin cancer
Why could ultraviolet light cause skin cancer?
UV light is energetic and causes DNA damage to exposed skin. This DNA damage can result in cancers forming.
Does sunlight cause skin cancer?
Yes. One group of wavelengths in ultraviolet light (UV-B) can cause sunburn and cell damage.
