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How does sunscreen work?(1 point)
Responses

It helps UV waves be able to pass through the skin.
It helps UV waves be able to pass through the skin.

It helps prevent the skin from reflecting UV waves.
It helps prevent the skin from reflecting UV waves.

It helps UV waves be able to pass through the air.
It helps UV waves be able to pass through the air.

It helps prevent the skin from absorbing UV waves.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

It helps prevent the skin from absorbing UV waves.

Sunscreen works by absorbing or reflecting UV radiation, preventing it from penetrating the skin and causing damage.