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Yes, it can cause cancer. 45 minutes in UV can definitely cause cancer.
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Can gamma rays cause cancer?
Yes Gamma Rays can cause cancer, even a small exposure to Gamma ray can cause the risk of cancer, X-Rays and Visible light can cause cancer but need huge amounts of it exposed to the body, Gamma is used in Nuclear bombs because of all the energy it has, so if you're near a Nuclear bomb when it sets off, Your most likely to catch cancer ;)
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.
What's Skin cancer?
ultra-violet rays cause skin cancerMost times, it is caused by excessive sun exposure.
Why do UV rays only cause sunburn while X-rays and Gamma rays cause cancer?
But some UV rays do cause cancer.
What are the effects of sun cancer?
There is no such thing as sun cancer. Cancer caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays is skin cancer.
What kind of cancer does UV rays cause?
it can cause skin cancer
Why it is not advisable to have several x-rays and CT scan exposure in a relatively short period?
because RADIATION can come from X-rays & CT scan, which can cause cancer, & mutations in the later generation
How can electromagnetic energy be harmful?
Many parts of the EM spectrum are harmful. Ultraviolet can cause skin cancer, microwaves can cause heating of body mass, X-rays and gamma rays cause ionisation of body mass and too much exposure will cause cancer or acute damage to the blood cells which will cause rapid death. X-rays are a vital medical tool, but must be carefully used to avoid damage. If you have had hospital X-ray treatment you will have seen that the radiographers go behind a screen during exposure, because they are doing it all day and woulg get too much exposure otherwise
Are x rays safe for young children?
There is a risk of getting radiation exposure from x rays. This exposure can increase the risk of gene mutations and cancer. Overall, x rays are safe for young children, but should avoid over exposure and unnecessary exposure when able.
Who is likely to have skin cancer?
Those with lighter skin and more exposure to the sun's rays.
Do tanning beds cause medical problems?
Like all exposure to UV rays, tanning beds do present the threat of skin cancer and accelerated aging of the skin.
What blocks the dangerous rays of the sun that cause skin cancer?
what blocks some of the dangerous rays that may cause skin cancer
