eli5: How does my UV flashlight have a higher uv index rating than the Sun 684 viewsJanuary 24, 2024OtherPhysics Question100.55K January 23, 2024 0 Comments When I measured the sun, it gave a UV index of 6. When I measured the uv flashlight, it gave a uv index of 196. Is the sun not more powerful in UV than the flashlight? In: Physics 13 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted January 24, 2024 0 Comments You know how sunbeds can give you a tan quicker than laying in the sun? Same thing. The source of the UV is closer. If I can fry an egg on my stove, but not on the pavement, it doesn’t mean my stovetop itself is hotter than the sun. It’s just much closer to the egg. You are viewing 1 out of 13 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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