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Ultra-Violet Radiation - Harmful Effects And Benefits

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Ultra Violet Radiation-Sources UV

Written by - Dr. Reeja Tharu, M.Phil.,Ph.D

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Sunil Shroff, MBBS, MS, FRCS (UK), D. Urol (Lond) , Dr. Santhoshkumar, MBBS

Last Updated on Mar 16, 2023

What are the Sources of UV Radiation?

Sunlight and other celestial bodies are the greatest source of UV radiation. Man- made mercury lamps and the UV lamps are some of the other sources.

Source of UV Rays

Published on Sep 08, 2014
Last Updated on Mar 16, 2023

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