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Geology Is the Only Factor That Explains the Concentration of Known

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Geology is the only factor that explains the concentration of known resources in just a few countries.


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UV Wavelengths

The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths shorter than visible light but longer than X-rays, known for having sterilizing properties and causing sunburn.

Action Spectrum

A graph of the effectiveness of light at specific wavelengths in promoting a light-requiring reaction. Compare with absorption spectrum.

Absorption Spectrum

A graph of the amount of light at specific wavelengths that is absorbed as light passes through a substance. Each type of molecule has a characteristic absorption spectrum. Compare with action spectrum.

Carotenoids

A class of pigments found naturally in plants, algae, and photosynthetic bacteria, important for photosynthesis and providing coloration.

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