Ultraviolet Radiation (Noun)
Meaning
Radiation lying in the ultraviolet range; wave lengths shorter than light but longer than X rays.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun can cause severe sunburn and increase the risk of skin cancer.
- The ozone layer in the Earth's atmosphere protects life on the planet by absorbing most of the ultraviolet radiation from the sun.
- Ultraviolet radiation is used in various applications, including disinfection, curing of inks and adhesives, and medical treatments.
- Astronomers use specialized instruments to detect and study ultraviolet radiation emitted by stars and other celestial objects.
- The use of ultraviolet radiation in water treatment plants helps to kill bacteria and other microorganisms that can cause waterborne diseases.