
Understanding Sunburns and Their Cosmic Origins

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Lucas Foster
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Biology, Science
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6th - 10th Grade
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Hard
00:53
5 questions
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1.
Multiple Choice
What are the primary sources of radiation that cause sunburns?
Infrared and visible light
UVA and UVB radiation
Gamma rays and X-rays
Microwaves and radio waves
2.
Multiple Choice
What is the main effect of UVA and UVB radiation on the skin?
It leads to DNA damage and inflammation
It causes skin to tan
It cools the skin
It enhances vitamin D production
3.
Multiple Choice
What surprising source contributes a tiny fraction to sunburns?
Volcanic eruptions
Artificial lights
Distant stars
The moon
4.
Multiple Choice
Why does the speaker suggest renaming sunscreen to 'star block'?
To highlight the role of stars in causing sunburns
To emphasize its moisturizing properties
Because it sounds more scientific
To make it more appealing to children
5.
Multiple Choice
What humorous marketing suggestion is made for sunscreen?
To advertise it as a hair product
To promote it as a cooking oil
To sell it as a night cream
To market it as a star block
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