ultraviolet light
"Ultraviolet light" is a form of electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light, commonly used in medical, industrial, and disinfection applications.
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Definition
C1Physics
(technical)Electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light but longer than X-rays, typically between 10 to 400 nanometers.
Example
- Ultraviolet light is used in sterilization processes because of its ability to kill bacteria.
B2General
(informal)A type of light that is invisible to the human eye and exists beyond the violet end of the visible spectrum.
Example
- Sunscreen helps protect your skin from ultraviolet light.
C1Applications
(technical)A form of radiation used in disinfection, skin treatments, and detecting fluorescent materials.
Example
- Ultraviolet light is often used in hospitals to disinfect surgical instruments.
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