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What are the uses for ultra violet light?

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Ultra-violet light bulbs are used in sunbeds. Being under a UV light vulb for a long time can cause loss of sight, they're quite dangerous.

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Uses of ultra violet light?
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Does ultra violet light or violet light have a greater frequency?
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What is the speed of ultra violet light?
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Why are ultra violet lights dangerous?
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Do ultra violet lights kill germs?
Yes, they are often used to sterilise food for that very reason.