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  1. Violet (color) - Wikipedia

    Violet is at one end of the spectrum of visible light, between blue light, which has a longer wavelength, and ultraviolet light, which has a shorter wavelength and is not visible to humans. …

  2. Ultraviolet radiation | Definition, Examples, Effects, Wavelengths ...

    Dec 18, 2025 · Ultraviolet radiation is the portion of the electromagnetic spectrum extending from the violet, or short-wavelength, end of the visible light range to the X-ray region.

  3. UV Light - Stanford Solar Center

    An easy way to remember UV light's placement on the electromagnetic spectrum is to examine the ends of the visible light spectrum: Red is the light with the longest wavelength, and Violet …

  4. Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation - Center for Science Education

    When discussing the impact of UV radiation on the environment and human health, scientists subdivide the ultraviolet spectrum in a different way. They speak of the UV-A, UV-B, and UV-C …

  5. Ultraviolet Light or UV Radiation - Science Notes and Projects

    Apr 1, 2023 · The primary source of UV light is the Sun, which emits radiation across the entire UV spectrum. However, only UVA and UVB radiation reach the Earth’s surface, as the ozone …

  6. The Ultra Violet Spectrum: Sources, Uses, and Effects

    Aug 4, 2025 · The ultraviolet (UV) spectrum is an invisible segment of light, extending beyond the violet end of the visible spectrum. This electromagnetic radiation surrounds us, originating …

  7. Violet Light: Wavelength, Frequency & Energy

    Mar 21, 2025 · In the electromagnetic spectrum, violet light occupies the end with the shortest wavelength. Shorter wavelengths often correlate with higher frequency and greater energy. …

  8. Ultraviolet Waves - NASA Science

    Aug 10, 2016 · The Sun is a source of the full spectrum of ultraviolet radiation, which is commonly subdivided into UV-A, UV-B, and UV-C. These are the classifications most often used in Earth …

  9. Electromagnetic spectrum - Wikipedia

    A diagram of the electromagnetic spectrum, showing various properties across the range of frequencies and wavelengths The electromagnetic spectrum is the full range of …

  10. Where Does Ultraviolet Light Come From and What Is It Used For?

    Jun 19, 2025 · As temperatures rise, you may hear more about ultraviolet (UV) light. But what exactly is it? UV light is a part of the electromagnetic spectrum located between visible light …