Which component of solar radiation causes sunburn and skin cancer upon prolonged exposure?
AInfrared rays
BVisible light
CUltraviolet (UV) rays
DMicrowaves
Explanation
Ultraviolet radiation (especially UV-B) damages cellular DNA in skin tissue, leading to sunburns and skin malignancies.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Ecology, Environment & Climate
- Subtopic: Radiation Hazards

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