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Nothing meaningful can be done, should that occur. That we cover ourselves in UV-B absorbing compounds, does not protect the plants and animals that keep us alive on this planet. So it would be a really good idea to find out what we can do to protect the ozone layer.

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Why can we compare the ozone layer to sunscreen?

They both reduce your exposure to ultraviolet radiation.


What is ultraviolet radiation and how does it affect humans?

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a type of electromagnetic radiation that comes from the sun and tanning beds. Exposure to UV radiation can cause skin damage, premature aging, and increase the risk of skin cancer in humans. It is important to protect your skin from UV radiation by using sunscreen and wearing protective clothing.


Sunscreen is used to protect the skin from exposure to which type of solar radiation Visible X-rays Infrared Ultraviolet Microwaves?

Sunscreen is used to protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation emitted primarily by our sun. The ozone layer also protects us from ultraviolet rays, however the current problems with holes in the ozone layer makes wearing sunscreen almost essential if one is going to be outside for an extended period of time.


Which one of the following types of electromagnetic radiation causes certain substances to fluoresce ultraviolet rays infrared waves x rays or cosmic rays?

Exposure to radiation in the ultraviolet region is the most common way of causing fluorescence, but not the only way. Exposure to enough radiation for one electron to absorb two photons can cause fluorescence.


How does the ozone layer change the amount of incoming solar radiation?

The ozone layer absorbs a portion of the incoming solar radiation, particularly harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. By filtering out UV radiation, the ozone layer helps protect living organisms on Earth from skin cancer, cataracts, and other harmful effects of UV exposure.

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How does ultraviolet b affect melanin?

Exposure to ultraviolet B radiation increases the production of melanin.


Why can we compare the ozone layer to sunscreen?

They both reduce your exposure to ultraviolet radiation.


Skin cancer can be caused by too much exposure to what?

Ultraviolet radiation that comes from the sun.


Which disease most likely occurs after excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation?

Skin cancer.


What is sunburns?

A burn on the skin caused by excessive exposure to the sun or other sources of ultraviolet-A and -B radiation.


What is the type of radiation which tans or burns human skin is called?

The type of radiation that tans or burns human skin is called ultraviolet (UV) radiation. UV radiation is emitted by the sun and can have both positive effects (tanning) and negative effects (burning) on the skin depending on the level of exposure.


What are the potential health risks associated with exposure to radiation that is not visible to the human eye?

Exposure to non-visible radiation, such as ultraviolet, X-ray, and gamma radiation, can pose health risks including skin damage, increased risk of cancer, and damage to internal organs. It is important to limit exposure to these types of radiation to protect your health.


Does infrared radiation cause burns?

Yes, prolonged exposure to infrared radiation can cause burns. Infrared radiation can penetrate the skin and heat tissues beneath the skin surface, resulting in burns similar to those caused by exposure to heat sources like fire or hot objects.


What is ultraviolet radiation and how does it affect humans?

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a type of electromagnetic radiation that comes from the sun and tanning beds. Exposure to UV radiation can cause skin damage, premature aging, and increase the risk of skin cancer in humans. It is important to protect your skin from UV radiation by using sunscreen and wearing protective clothing.


Why should you worry about the high levels of exposure to ultraviolet radiation?

you should be worried about high levels of radiation because you can catch skin cancer if the atmosphere around the earth breaks


What are the effects of the ultraviolet radiation?

over exposure can lead to sunburn, inflammation, and tanning. Over time it may lead to blindness or cancer.


Sunscreen is used to protect the skin from exposure to which type of solar radiation Visible X-rays Infrared Ultraviolet Microwaves?

Sunscreen is used to protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation emitted primarily by our sun. The ozone layer also protects us from ultraviolet rays, however the current problems with holes in the ozone layer makes wearing sunscreen almost essential if one is going to be outside for an extended period of time.