Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Why is it advised to use creams that contains zinc oxide?

is there any reaction with zinc oxide and sunlight that protects the body from cancer of the skin?pls write chemical equations if neccessary.Why is it advised to use creams that contains zinc oxide?
Zinc Oxide completely absorbs UV rays. It's a total sun block. That's why it's often used on noses and ears.





It's like covering your nose with tin foil.





:-)Why is it advised to use creams that contains zinc oxide?
no reaction with the skin, it is simply a physical block to the solar radiation.

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