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UV Light

Definition:

UV light, short for ultraviolet light, refers to the spectrum of electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light. It is invisible to the human eye but can cause various effects on living organisms and materials.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A type of electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light, often used for various applications such as sterilization, tanning, and detection of counterfeit money.

Example sentence: The UV light emitted by the sun plays a vital role in the synthesis of vitamin D in our bodies.

Related products: UV light sterilizer, UV tanning lamps, UV light counterfeit detection

Sense 2:

Adjective: Referring to or producing ultraviolet light.

Example sentence: UV light exposure can lead to skin damage and increase the risk of developing skin cancer.

Sense 3:

Verb: To treat or expose something to ultraviolet light.

Example sentence: The lab technician had to UV light the samples to ensure proper sterilization.