Biology PYQ 190 of 227 · Human Health, Diseases & Immunity

Harmful ultra-violet radiation coming from the sun can cause

  1. ALiver cancer
  2. BBrain cancer
  3. COral cancer
  4. DDermal cancer

UPPSC 2014

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Correct answer: (d) Dermal cancer

Explanation

Harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun causes dermal cancer (skin cancer).

UV light damages the DNA in skin cells, triggering uncontrolled cell growth.

It does not cause liver, brain or oral cancer, which arise from other mutations and risk factors.

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