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What are the harmful effects of UV -rays ?

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Harmful effects of UV-rays are :
(i) UV-B damages DNA and causes mutation.
(ii) Ageing of the skin.
(iii) Various types of cancers.
(iv) Inflammation of the cornea, i.e., snow blindness, cataract.
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