NEET 2015 Biology question

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Which of the following is **not** one of the prime health risks associated with greater UV radiation through the atmosphere due to depletion of stratospheric ozone ?

(1)Reduced Immune System
(2)Damage to eyes
(3)Increased liver cancerCorrect
(4)Increased skin cancer

Answer: (3)

Solution

Ozone depletion lets more UV-B reach the Earth. UV-B damages DNA and causes mutations; it leads to skin ageing, damage to the cornea (snow blindness, cataract), skin

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Question ID VK-091731