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What do you understand by Snow-blindness?

Due to excessive absorption of UV rays, the cornea inflames which causes Snow Blindness. It is a painful, temporary loss of vision. It causes pain in eyes, headaches, blurred vision and loss of vision temporarily. But it can be cured by giving eyes rest and keeping them away from UV rays.


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