ultraviolet rays

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As ultraviolet rays travel outward, they pass through clouds of highly energized particles located very close to the black hole, a region known as the "corona."

From Science Daily • Dec. 27, 2025

The chemical is used in plastic for protection against ultraviolet rays, as well as for other commercial uses.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2024

This is the best method of protection from harmful ultraviolet rays that are associated with skin damage and health risks.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2024

Long-term exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays is thought to be the main culprit, though experts warn that anyone can get skin cancer.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 14, 2024

Now we are protected against lethal ultraviolet rays by a narrow rim of ozone, thirty miles out.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas