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What is the effect of UV radiation on humans? State any 4 effects.

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What is the effect of UV radiation on humans? State any 4 effects.

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Effects on humans:

  1. Increased incidence of skin cancer (non-melanoma and melanoma),
  2. Cataract-induced blindness,
  3. Weakens immune system leading to increased infectious diseases,
  4. Causes snow-blindness (corneal inflammation).
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Chapter 20: Environmental Issues - EXERCISES [Page 1159]

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Sarita Aggarwal Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 20 Environmental Issues
EXERCISES | Q I. 33. | Page 1159
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