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Snow-blindness in Antarctic region is due to

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High reflection of light from snow
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Damage of retina caused by infrared rays
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Freezing of fluids in the eye by low temperature
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Inflammation of cornea due to high dose of UV-B radiation
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The correct option is D Inflammation of cornea due to high dose of UV-B radiation
Antartic region has been severely affected by ozone depletion. Ozone actually protects the earth from harmful UV rays. Now in human eye, cornea absorbs UV-B radiation. A high dose of UV-B can cause inflammation of cornea. This is called snow-blindness. It is a painful eye condition caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) light.
Cornea sunburn occurs due to the effects of UV light on the cornea.

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