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Ultraviolet (UV) radiation

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AP Environmental Science

Definition

UV radiation is a type of electromagnetic radiation emitted by the sun. It has shorter wavelengths than visible light and can cause harmful effects on living organisms, including skin damage and increased risk of cancer.

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