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XUV

British

abbreviation

Also: EUV. extreme ultraviolet: involving radiation bridging the gap between X-rays and ultraviolet radiation

XUV astronomy
XUV waveband

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The exposure to past XUV flares from SgrA* at closer distances, could have harmed complex life during the early evolution of the Earth.

From Scientific American • Jan. 31, 2021

But even at larger distances, the XUV radiation could suppress the growth of complex life, creating an effect similar to stepping on a lawn so frequently that you inhibit its growth.

From Scientific American • Jan. 31, 2021

At the current location of the Sun, terrestrial life is safe from XUV flares of SgrA*.

From Scientific American • Jan. 31, 2021

The Gator XUV is valued at more than $10,000.

From Washington Times • Feb. 25, 2019

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