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Question
Answer briefly.
Give two uses of ultraviolet rays.
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Solution
Uses:
- Ultraviolet rays destroy germs and bacteria and hence they are used for sterilizing surgical instruments and for purification of water.
- Used in burglar alarms and security systems.
- Used to distinguish real and fake gems.
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