When we get a sunburn, it feels like our skin is on fire because the sun’s invisible rays called UV light hurt our skin cells. These rays make the skin red and hot, just like when you touch something very hot. The body sends signals to the brain that say, 'This is really hot!' and we feel a burning pain.
Examples
- Getting a sunburn after playing outside on a hot day feels like touching a stove burner.
- Your skin turns red and painful, as if it's been boiling in water.
- It's like your skin is being cooked by invisible rays from the sun.
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See also
- What Causes a ‘Sunburn’ and Why Does It Hurt?
- Why Do People Get ‘Sunburned’ and What Is Actually Happening to Their Skin?
- What Causes ‘Sunburn’ and How Can We Prevent It?
- What Causes ‘Sunburn’ and How Is It Different From ‘Tanning’?
- How Do ‘Bacteria’ Help Us Digest Food and What Happens If They Don’t?
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