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Why do mountain climbers wear sunglasses and sunblock when its freezing?
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Why do mountain climbers need sunblock and sunglasses even when the temperature is below freezing?
Sunscreen and sunglasses protect against the sun. Although it may be cold, the sun will still be out during the day. Therefore, mountain climbers and people in general use sunblock and sunglasses in cold temps to protect their eyes and skin from the sun.
Why do mountain climbers in below freezing temperature need sunglasses and sunblock?
In the rarified high mountain air, sunlight has more effect and can cause severe sunburn. Also, sunlight reflecting off the white snow can cause snow-blindness. Both are something any sane mountaineer will want to avoid.
Name three things you can do to protect your eyes?
where sunglasses or a hat and sunblock
What are examples of ultra violet?
vitamin d, sun, sunglasses, sunblock, skin cancer
Why would you need a sunblock when climbing a mountain?
You would need sunblock when climbing a mountain because as you reach the higher altitudes you are getting closer to the sun so your skin is my likely to get burnt. Also, at higher altitudes there is alot of wind and the sunblock somewhat contributes to blocking the wind.
What are some things to pack when climbing a mountain?
You should pack a harness,rope,sunblock,sunglaasses,chalk,water,a backpack and supplies.
How long do you need to reapply sunblock?
It depends how strong the sunblock is.
Does sunblock or sun tan lotion protect more from the sun?
Sunblock.
What to pack for a day at Disney?
Sunblock Sunglasses Snacks Camera Water bottle Map of the park Watch (if you want to check the time) Hat Walking shoes Small purse/bag to pack everything in Money in a wallet
What are examples of ultra-violet rays?
vitamin d, sun, sunglasses, sunblock, skin cancer
How can ultra violet light be blocked?
Sunblock is one way to block UV waves. It can also be blocked through filters such as the lenses that are used in sunglasses. To block the UV waves, you need to use something that absorbs the waves.
Why doesn't sunblock leave white streaks?
Sunblock does not leave any streak
