Question

question 17 (2.5 points) which of the following is true regarding skin cancer and ultraviolet (uv) light? the skin needs exposure to the sun to manufacture vitamin k. tanning beds are safe, as they do not emit uv rays. wait until after 1 p.m. to be in the sun, when it is less intense. the incidence of basal and squamous cell carcinoma is on the rise. question 18 (2.5 points) the process in which mineral matter replaces previously formed cartilage is called

Explanation:

• First option: Skin makes vitamin D (not K) from sun, so false.
• Second option: Tanning beds emit UV rays, increasing cancer risk, so false.
• Third option: Sun is less intense after 1 p.m.? No, peak UV is 10 a.m.–4 p.m., so false.
• Fourth option: Basal and squamous cell carcinoma incidences are rising due to UV exposure, so true.

Answer:

The incidence of basal and squamous cell carcinoma is on the rise.