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UV light cause cancer. It is because it can penetrate deep down into the skin.

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Can infrared light cause skin cancer?

Infrared light does not directly cause skin cancer. UV radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancer, but prolonged exposure to infrared light can contribute to skin aging and damage.


Why can UV light cause cancer and not infrared light?

UV light is ionizing radiation and can damage the DNA in skin cells, leading to mutations that can trigger cancer. Infrared light, on the other hand, has lower energy and does not have enough power to penetrate deeply into the skin to cause such DNA damage.


Is UV light a carcinogen?

UV light itself is not a carcinogen, but it can cause mutations in DNA that may lead to skin cancer. Prolonged exposure to UV light from the sun or tanning beds can increase the risk of developing skin cancer. It is important to protect your skin from UV light by wearing sunscreen and protective clothing.


Will the exposure of 45 mins to uv rays cause cancer?

Yes, it can cause cancer. 45 minutes in UV can definitely cause cancer.


How does light affects the environment?

UV light affects the environment in a bad way. UV can cause skin cancer, cataract, suppress the immune system etc.


Overexposure to UV radiation can do what to you?

Over exposure to UV can cause cancer. The cancer is of skin.


What kind of cancer does UV rays cause?

it can cause skin cancer


How does the atmospheric ozone layer protect Earth?

It absorbs harmful UV light which can cause skin cancer.


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 risks of UV?

UV can cause skin cancer. It could also cause eye cataract.


What can Skin cancer cause?

UV waves found in sunlight can cause skin cancer.


Will UV light cause damage to human cells?

Yes, UV light can be very damaging tot the skin. It is one of the primary causes of skin cancer as well as wrinkles and age spots.