UV
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The UV radiation generated by this process can break apart water vapor molecules, leading to the formation of hydroxyl.
From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026
Not the good, high-altitude ozone that shields us from dangerous UV light, but bad ozone, hovering right above ground level — stinking, brownish, grayish photochemical smog.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
Sunbeds are legal and regulated in all parts of the UK, with limits on the strength of the UV light the beds can emit and a ban on under-18s using the devices.
From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026
Other risk factors included being overweight, a lack of exercise, UV radiation and being exposed to threats such as asbestos while working.
From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026
“Measures eighty values—temperature, UV index, dew point, you name it.”
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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