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Why do skiers sunburn so easily on the slopes? A snow scientist explains

  • Written by Steven R. Fassnacht, Professor of Snow Hydrology, Colorado State University
Why do skiers sunburn so easily on the slopes? A snow scientist explainsSkiers can sunburn easily for reasons that have nothing to do with the mountain's elevation.Matt Bird/Stone via Getty Images

It’s extremely easy to get sunburned while you’re skiing and snowboarding in the mountains, but have you ever wondered why?

While it’s true that you’re slightly closer to the Sun when you’re high...

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