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5 ultraviolet environments much less expected
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5 ultraviolet environments much less expected

Many people believe that ultraviolet rays only appear when there is sunlight. However, even without sunlight, ultraviolet rays still exist and can lead to eye and skin d…

December 18, 2018
What is the ozone layer?
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What is the ozone layer?

The zone is a layer of atmosphere on the Earth's surface that has a high concentration of ozone.

December 18, 2018
Things to know about ultraviolet (UV)
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Things to know about ultraviolet (UV)

Ultraviolet (UV) rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation, which helps the skin to synthesize vitamin D, stimulating the body's main activity.

December 18, 2018
Can't have safe sunbathing
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Can't have safe sunbathing

According to a series of articles, it may not be safe to sunbathe under the influence of ultraviolet radiation.

December 18, 2018
Coral shields are resistant to ultraviolet rays
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Coral shields are resistant to ultraviolet rays

British scientists have discovered a mechanism to create sunburns for marine corals, which can be used as a sunscreen for humans and develop temperate crops in the tropi…

December 17, 2018
Fish recognize each other under ultraviolet light
Oceanography

Fish recognize each other under ultraviolet light

While we rely on factors such as eye color and hair color to distinguish ethnic groups, some fish species rely on ultraviolet (UV) light to distinguish this species from…

December 17, 2018