How Long Does It Take for UV Light to Kill Bacteria?

Ultraviolet (UV) light was first discovered in the mid-20th century, introducing a new way for people to eliminate viruses and bacteria. Although UV technology has risen to prominence in recent years, especially during the current COVID-19 pandemic, the majority of the general public does not fully understand exactly how UV lighting helps kill viruses and bacteria. The following article will shed light (pun intended) on how UV light works, what UV-C products and equipment are available on the market, and the precautions that need to be taken to avoid exposure to human skin. Types of UV light UV light is divided into several ranges: UV-A, UV-B, UV-C (close to the visible light range) and Vacuum-UV (close to the x-ray range). The UV-C light range is the only one able to destroy germs. It is found in UV water purifiers, used in fish tanks, and in portable UV light sanitizers designed to destroy germs that may exist on your tech gadgets and other regular household items. UV-C l...