Multiple choice

Ozone hole results in

  1. UV radiation reaching the earth

  2. cataract

  3. increase in skin cancer

  4. All of the above

  5. -

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D Correct answer
Explanation

UV rays can damage the eyes as more than 99% of UV radiation is absorbed by the front of the eyes. Corneal damage, cataract and macular degeneration are all possible chronic effects from UV exposure and can ultimately lead to blindness. Melanoma, a type of skin cancer, can also develop within the eye.