Ultraviolet radiation

Ultraviolet radiation, also called UV radiation, is a type of radiation.

Overview

Humans can only withstand a certain amount of UV radiation before succumbing to blindness, lesions and eventual death. Template:Cite The Enkarans have a low tolerance for ultraviolet radiation and enough exposure causes them to go blind and later die. Template:Cite

History

The Goa'uld used devices to create force fields to protect people from ultraviolet radiation. The Cave dwellers had to live in caves after the Goa'uld abandoned them as their planet had a very high UV index. Template:Cite Dr. Lisa Park was exposed to ultraviolet radiation that blinded her. Template:Cite