How do ultraviolet light waves and visible light waves compare?

Ultraviolet (UV) light waves have shorter wavelengths than visible light waves, typically ranging from about 10 nm to 400 nm, while visible light ranges from approximately 400 nm to 700 nm. UV light carries more energy than visible light, which is why it can cause sunburn and skin damage. Both types of light are part of the electromagnetic spectrum, but they interact differently with matter and have distinct effects on biological organisms and materials.