Describe the Uses and Dangers of Ultraviolet Radiation
X-ray production as inverse of photoelectric effect. However the main risk amongst welders is for inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva commonly known as arc eye or flash. Blue Light Blocking Glasses Sublime Blue Blockers Electromagnetic Spectrum Electromagnetic Spectrum Red Light Therapy Laser Therapy UV-A 315400 nm UV-B 280315 nm UV-C 100280 nm The main source of UV exposure is the sun. . UV radiation is widely used in industrial processes and in medical and dental practices for a variety of purposes such as killing bacteria creating fluorescent effects curing inks and resins phototherapy and suntanning. Prolonged exposures increase the risk of skin cancer. The risk of melanoma of the skin increasing by 75 percent when tanning bed use. These rays can cause skin cells to age and can cause some indirect damage to cells DNA. Exposure to UV accounts for 90 percent of the symptoms of premature skin aging. Ultraviolet wav...