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[し(紫)·がい(外)·せん(線)]
shigaisen
noun

English Meaning(s) for 紫外線

noun
  1. ultraviolet rays; ultraviolet radiation
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Definition and Synonyms for 紫外線

Ultraviolet radiation lying in the ultraviolet range
Synonyms: 紫外線
Ultraviolet wave lengths shorter than light but longer than X rays
Synonyms: 紫外線

Meanings for each kanji in 紫外線

» purple; violet
» outside
» line; track

Categories 紫外線 is a member of

Actinic Radiation electromagnetic radiation that can produce photochemical reactions
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Sample Sentences for 紫外線

Ultraviolet rays can cause skin cancer.
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The sudden increase of ultraviolet rays made the researchers believe in the existence of ozone holes.
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Ultraviolet rays are harmful to us.
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He put on sunglasses to protect his eyes from ultraviolet rays.
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