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Important characteristics of
radiation
• Wavelength
• Frequency
• Intensity
• Velocity
• Straight line propagation
• Spectrum
• Inverse square law
Ultraviolet radiation hazards
• Common sources: sun, UV lamps (‘black lights’),
welder’s arc
• Some devices may emit only a small amount of
visible light while emitting intense UV radiation
• Especially dangerous to the eyes since they do not
dilate readily in response to UV -- retinal burns
• Photosensitization to UV can occur from certain
dermal chemicals and oral drugs (e.g. antibiotics)
Types of UV Radiation