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Which type of energy cause sunburn?

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Do you mean 'Which electromagnetic wave in the electromagnetic spectrum causes sunburn? The answer is Ultraviolet (UV), which is what is used in sunbeds and therefore damages and colours your skin cells.

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Sunburn is caused by ultraviolet radiation, which is a form of electromagnetic radiation.

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Sunburn releases heat energy. It burns the skin.

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Ultraviolet rays.

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