Being in the Sun for Short Stretches of Time Is

question 44

Essay

Being in the sun for short stretches of time is not as likely to cause mutations as is being in the sun for long stretches of time.Explain why longer exposure to ultraviolet (UV)is more likely to cause mutations.

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Definitions:

Peripheral Nervous System

A part of the nervous system that consists of nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for connecting the CNS to limbs and organs.

Controls Muscles

The neurological process that governs the ability to initiate, direct, and coordinate voluntary muscle movements.

New Neurons

Newly generated nerve cells in the brain, a process known as neurogenesis, which is crucial for learning and memory.

Skin Cells

Skin cells are the cells that make up the outer layer of the human body, serving functions such as protection against environmental damage, regulation of body temperature, and sensation.