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Which creatures use ultraviolet light to see?

A lot of insects with multifaceted eyes use U.V. to navigate with. Even if the sun is obscured by clouds U.V. rays come through. Using a built-in method the insect can tell the angle of the sun to the horizon and get around. Most flowers look totally different to an insect. The flower radiates reflected UV to attract bugs for pollination.


Can you get a sun tan through a window double glazing?

Yes, you can get a sun tan through a window with double glazing since ultraviolet (UV) rays can still penetrate glass. However, the amount of UVB rays that can penetrate through windows is significantly reduced, which may result in a less intense tan compared to direct sunlight exposure outside. It is still important to practice sun safety and use sunscreen to protect your skin from harmful UV rays.


Why is it dangerous to look into the sun?

There is a huge amount of infrared and ultraviolet energy in the Sun's rays. You may not be able to see them, but they will still focus close enough to your eyes' retinas to fry them, starting at the center and work out to the edges. So, for the rest of your life, you will see only a white or black spot as you try to look at something. This is similar to the disease, Macular Degeneration.


How do scientists use gamma rays to determine the composition of a planet?

They use spectroscopy.


How do you use the word weightlessness in a sentence?

It is important to know how to use words correctly. "After experiencing the weightlessness of space, an astronaut has to retrain their muscles. ".

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How do hairdressers use ultraviolet rays?

Hairdressers typically do not use ultraviolet rays in their services. Ultraviolet rays are more commonly used in tanning beds or sterilization processes in salons, but caution is needed as UV exposure can be harmful to skin and eyes.


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What kind of electromagnetic radiation will cause skin to burn?

Protection from ultraviolet radiation is what we use sunblock for. UV (ultraviolet) rays have high energy and can damage skin.


How would you use ultraviolet in a sentence?

The ultraviolet light of the sun will give you good color, but too much exposure can be dangerous.


How do you you use rays in a sentence?

The rays of light were fading, but the stained glass window was simply spectacular.


How do you use ultraviolet waves in a sentence?

You may experience sunburned skin if you allow your skin to be exposed to the ultraviolet waves that penetrate the clouds on a cloudy day. Ultraviolet waves are at the opposite end of the visible light spectrum from infrared waves. Ultraviolet (UV) waves are longer than X-rays.


What are the useful effects of ultraviolet rays of the sun?

Useful effects of UV are also there. Filters, locks etc use UV.


Can going to the beach give you skin cancer?

Not if you use proper sunscreen and protect yourself from the ultraviolet rays that damage your skin.


How do you use the word ultraviolet in a sentence?

Ultraviolet is a type of electromagnetic radiation. It has a higher frequency than visible light. It is called ultraviolet because violet light has the highest energy of the colours. UV light has more energy, and hence ultraviolet.


Use the word ultraviolet in a sentence?

I can give you several sentences.The color ultraviolet is the highest color that humans can see.Ultraviolet radiation causes sunburns.The evil scientist used an ultraviolet ray beam on his victims.


How Can you Use Rays In A Sentence?

Rays and skates are closely related to sharks. Overexposure to the harmful effects of the Sun's rays can lead to skin cancer. I have two Uncle Rays.