Whether you frequent the Jersey Shore or LBI each summer, it’s pretty likely you know the hazards of UV rays. These days, you’ll even see ocean swimmers (many of them, children) who look fully dressed because they are covering almost all of their skin with UV-protectant fabrics. Even if you never venture beyond your front door, it’s probable you’ve heard about the negatives of UV ray exposure. Whether it’s in articles on swim apparel, anti-aging make-up commercials or sunblock ads.
So you might be surprised to find out that UV rays are actually amazing at cleaning up the air!
The problematic UV rays that we’re taught to protect ourselves against are UV-A and UV-B. These are what burn you and cause damage to your skin. There’s a third kind of UV ray, though: UV-C. UV-C rays can’t pass through human skin to cause damage or cancer. What they can do, however, is kill germs.
When something this powerful can be used for good, it’s an all-around win.
