🎟️ 1.2 LW Exit Ticket (50 pts.)

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What is an example of light changing something else?

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A flashlight changing the color of liquid crystal paper, a flashlight powering a solar cell, and a light warming a thermometer are all examples.

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What causes skin cancer?

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Skin cancer is caused when the DNA in skin cells is damaged.

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What is the skin cancer rate in North America per 100,000 people?

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The skin cancer rate in North America is about 130-160 per 100,000 people.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

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How does light affect temperature?

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Light can increase the temperature of objects it hits, such as warming a thermometer.

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What is the role of solar cells?

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Solar cells convert light energy into electrical energy.

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What is DNA?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that carries genetic information in living organisms.

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What are the effects of UV light on skin?

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UV light can damage the DNA in skin cells, leading to skin cancer.

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What is the electromagnetic spectrum?

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The electromagnetic spectrum is the range of all types of electromagnetic radiation, including visible light.

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What is the difference between UVA and UVB rays?

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UVA rays penetrate the skin more deeply and are associated with aging, while UVB rays are responsible for sunburn and can cause skin cancer.