Ultraviolet Flashcards
1
Q
What can UV radiation do?
A
Damage surface cells and cause blindness
2
Q
What are some frequencies of UV radiation?
A
Ionising - carry enough energy to knock electrons off atoms
3
Q
What can this cause?
A
Cell mutation or destruction, and cancer
4
Q
Why should you wear sunscreen with UV filters and stay out of strong sunlight?
A
To protect your skin from UV radiation
