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Why UV Light Hasn't Become A Popular Disinfectant And Probably Never Will
While we use modern cleaning products to kill germs, there's a century-old disinfectant that's often overlooked: ultraviolet (UV) light, particularly UV-C.
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While UV light effectively neutralizes pathogens by damaging their DNA, it can also harm humans if directly exposed, raising safety concerns.
However, recent advancements have addressed this issue by ensuring that far-UV no longer penetrates deeply into the skin, showing promising results in killing germs while minimizing risks. Although far-UV holds potential against airborne pathogens, its widespread adoption will still require careful evaluation when integrating it into complex existing systems like HVAC and filtration.
Via Vox.
