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If sunlight hurts our skin, why doesn't moonlight hurt us too?

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UV: Intensity of light, especially wavelengths called ultraviolet. Notice that you can look directly at the moon all night. But 1 direct glance at the sun will blind you.

Answered 11/2/2015

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