NEET Biology question

Which of the following can cause DNA damage and mutations in humans?

(A)Absorption of UV-A
(B)Absorption of UV-BCorrect
(C)Absorption of UV-C
(D)None of these

Answer: (B)

Solution

UV-B radiation, which penetrates the atmosphere in significant amounts after partial absorption by the ozone layer, has sufficient energy to directly damage DNA (forming pyrimidine dimers) and cause mutations in skin cells, making it the

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