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One type of radiation that CAN give you sunburn is UV radiation

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Can an x-ray cause sunburn to a skier on a white snow packed mountain?

No, an x-ray cannot cause sunburn on a skier. X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation that can penetrate the body to create an image, but they do not emit the type of ultraviolet radiation that causes sunburn. Sunburn occurs due to exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun, which x-rays do not produce.


Is a sunburn caused by gamma rays infrared rays or ultraviolet?

The ultraviolet rays in sunlight destroy cells in the outer layer of the skin, damaging tiny blood vessels underneath. When the skin is burned, the blood vessels dilate and leak fluid. Cells stop making protein. Their DNA is damaged


Is getting a sun burn a chemical change or a physical change?

"sunburn" results from physical damage caused to your skin by overexposure to Ultraviolet emissions, usually from the sun but it can also come from a UV lamp. UV light affects damage to the DNA of your skin cells. In defense those cells will produce melanin, a chemical response to try to repair this damage, which also darkens the color of the skin ( a "sun tan").


What are the harmful effects of xrays caused by?

X-rays can cause harmful effects such as damage to DNA, leading to mutations or cancer. Overexposure to x-rays can also result in tissue damage, skin burns, and potential long-term health risks. It is important to limit unnecessary x-ray exposure and follow proper safety protocols when undergoing x-ray imaging.


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