PH-1626
Hazards of electromagnetic waves
Physics · Secondary 4 · Medium · Hazards of electromagnetic waves
A laboratory worker often uses a strong ultraviolet (UV) lamp to sterilise equipment and sometimes forgets to wear protective goggles. Over many months, what is the most likely biological effect of this repeated UV exposure on her eyes?
- It can increase the risk of cataracts and eye damage
- It will permanently improve her night vision
- It will mainly cause long-term hearing loss
- It will make her eye sockets stronger and less likely to break
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