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GRADE 10 - INTEGRITY
ULTRAVIOLET RAYS
OVERVIEW
•An ultraviolet /UV ray is a form of
electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths
shorter than visible light but longer than X-
rays. The term "ultraviolet" means "beyond
violet" as violet is the highest-frequency color
that the human eye can see. UV rays are
produced by high-tempreture surfaces, most
commonly like the sun, but also by artificial
sources like welding equipment and blacklights.
•Ultraviolet radiation falls between visible
light and X-rays on the electromagnetic
spectrum. The UV portion of the spectrum is
typically measured by wavelength in
nanometers (nm) and is divided into three
main subtypes:
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Wavelengths and Energy
Levels of UV Rays;
Ultraviolet (UV) rays have a wavelength range
of 10 to 400 nanometers (nm), which is
shorter than Visible Light and longer than X-
rays. Their energy is inversely proportional to
wavelength, meaning shorter wavelengths
carry higher energy. The UV spectrum is
divided into
UVA (315-400 nm), UVB (280-315 nm), and
UVC (100-280 nm), with UVC having the
shortest wavelength and highest energy, and
UVA having the longest wavelength and lowest
energy.
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Sources of UV Radiation
(Natural and Artificial)
Natural sources of Ultraviolet (UV) radiation
include sunlight, the most abundant source,
while artificial sources include tanning beds, UV
lamps, mercury-vapor lamps, black lights, some
fluorescent lights and halogens, and devices like
welding equipment and lasers. These artificial
sources are used in various applications, from
industrial processes and medical treatments to
recreation.
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Types of Radiation
UV-B
The primary biological event of UVB radiation
is damaging DNA through direct absorption by
molecules, which can trigger cellular responses
UV-A like DNA repair, apoptosis, and the generation UV-C
of mutations. This fundamental damage can
lead to a cascade of effects, from sunburn and
UVA rays have a longer skin cancer in humans to impared UVC is a high energy, short-wavelength of
wavelength than other UV photosynthesis and reduced growth in plants ultraviolet light that is completely absorbed by
and aquatic organisms atmospheric oxygen and ozone, preventing it
radiation, enabling them to from reaching Earth's surface naturally, which
penetrate deep into the skin's is fortunate for terrestrial life since UVC has the
dermis layer and through glass highest germicidal effect but is also the most
and clouds, causing premature damaging to living organisms
aging and increasing the risk of
skin cancer
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Impact of Human Health;
Vitamin D Synthesis &
Positive Effects Treatment for Certain
Bone Health Skin Conditions
UV rays are used to treat certain skin
The skin produces vitamin D when conditions like psoriasis, eczema, and
exposed to ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation vitiligo through a process called
from the sun. This vitamin is crucial for phototherapy (light therapy). This
maintaining bone health because it
regulates the body's absorption of treatment involves controlled exposure
calcium and phosphorus. A deficiency in to artificial UV light (UVA or UVB) using
vitamin D can lead to bone-softening specialized equipment such as booths,
diseases like rickets in children and panels, or lasers to reduce inflammation
osteomalacia in adults. and abnormal skin cell growth.
Mood
Enhancement
UV rays contribute to mood
enhancement by stimulating serotonin
release in the brain, a neurotransmitter
linked to feelings of calmness and well-
being. Moderate sun exposure helps
regulate circadian rhythms, improves
melatonin production, and is essential 04
for synthesizing vitamin D, all of which
support better mood and mental health.
Impact of Human Health:
Negative Effects
Skin Damage Immune System
•Sunburn: A short-term overexposure •Immune Suppression: Overexposure to
that results in inflamed, painful skin. UV light can weaken the skin's and
body's natural defenses.
•Premature Aging: Long-term exposure •Increased Susceptibility to Infections: A
damages collagen and connective tissue, suppressed immune system can make it
leading to wrinkles, leathery skin, and harder for the body to fend off
liver spots. infections.
•Reactivation of Herpes: UV exposure
•Skin Cancer: UV radiation can cause can trigger outbreaks of herpes simplex
DNA damage, increasing the risk of skin virus.
cancers like melanoma and squamous •Reduced Vaccine Effectiveness: UV
cell carcinoma radiation can reduce the effectiveness of
Eye Damage certain vaccines.
•Photokeratitis: A painful, temporary
condition causing inflammation of the
cornea, leading to a sensation of having
sand in the eyes and blurred vision.
•Cataracts: Clouding of the eye's lens,
impairing vision and increasing with
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Environmental and
Industrial Applications
•Sterilization and Disinfection
•Water Purification
•Industrial Curing Processes
•Forensic Analysis
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Protection Against UV
Radiation
•Sunscreen
•Protective Clothing and Eyewear
•Seeking Shade and Peak UV Hours
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•Awareness and Education
Q&A
SESSION
GUIDE QUESTIONS:
1. What does UV stands for?
2. Where does most of the UV radiation we experience come from?
3. Is UV radiation visible to the human eye?
4. What are the three main types of UV radiation?
5. Which part of the Earth's atmosphere helps protect us from harmful UV rays?
[Link] is a common way our skin reacts to too much sun exposure, especially UVB?
[Link] important vitamin does our skin produce when exposed to some UV light?
8. Name one way to protect yourself from too much UV radiation.
9. Can you still get UV exposure on a cloudy day?
10. What kind of health problem can too much UV exposure increase your risk of?
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MEMBERS
Kristine Elep
Franie Belle Ramorez
Chrisha Mae Berzuela
Cyrene Barte
Aiumi Jane Bongat
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