Which one of the following electromagnetic radiations in the sunlight is considered to be the main cause of skin cancer?
[amp_mcq option1=”X-ray” option2=”Ultraviolet ray” option3=”Visible light” option4=”Infrared radiation” correct=”option2″]
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UPSC Geoscientist – 2022
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the primary cause of skin cancer. UV rays, specifically UVB and UVA, can damage the DNA in skin cells.
Exposure to UV radiation can lead to mutations in skin cells, which can result in the development of skin cancers, including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma.