Ultraviolet-C (UVC) light is a form of radiation characterized by short wavelengths; it’s emitted by the sun but can also come from man-made items like LEDs. It can be harmful to humans, but it can also alter the DNA of pathogens and prevents viruses like coronavirus. Hospitals have been using UVC as a sanitation tool for years, but according to a recent Mashable article, the technology has made its way to face masks.
New Tech Face Masks Use UVC Light
Ultraviolet-C light can harm human skin and eyes, but it’s also really good at killing germs.
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