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A fluorescent lamp operates by sending electrical current through a gas-filled tube containing Mercury vapor. This current excites the mercury atoms, causing them to emit ultraviolet light. The ultraviolet light then interacts with the phosphor coating on the inside of the tube, causing it to glow and emit visible light.

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Is lamp to a fluorescent?

Yes, lamp is to fluorescent


When was fluorescent lamp invented?

Thomas Alva Edison invented fluorescent lamp in 1896


Can an incondescent lamp dimmer be used to control a fluorescent lamp load?

No, incandescent lamp dimmers are not compatible with fluorescent lamps. Fluorescent lamps require special dimming ballasts to control their light output. Attempting to use an incandescent lamp dimmer with a fluorescent lamp can cause damage to the lamp and dimmer.


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Why would you have a capacitor in series with a ballast in a fluorescent light?

The purpose is twofold. First it is a transformer which steps up the voltage to an amount that will operate the lamp. Secondly it acts as a resistance for the lamp. Without it the flourescent lamp would keep increasing current flow until it would completely burn itself out.


Will a low watt transformer operate a fluorescent light bulb?

Apart from no, your question has no simple answer. Fluorescent lamps need a few kV to start them and have a 90V drop when running. All of that is provided by the "gear" needed to run a fluorescent lamp. In a compact fluorescent (CFL), the gear is inside the cap.


Functions of choke and starter in a fluorescent lamp?

The choke is used to limit the current flowing through the fluorescent lamp during start-up, allowing the lamp to warm up gradually. The starter is responsible for providing the initial high-voltage kick needed to start the lamp by ionizing the gas inside the tube. Together, the choke and starter work to regulate the flow of electricity and provide the necessary conditions for the fluorescent lamp to operate efficiently.


Who scientist invented fluorescent lamp?

The fluorescent lamp was invented by American engineer and inventor, George Inman, who developed the first commercially viable fluorescent lamp in 1934.


What is the difference between compact fluorescent lamp and fluorescent lamp?

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Can we use a fluorescent lamp in DC?

Yes, fluorescent lamps may be powered by DC but they need a DC lamp controller instead of an AC ballast and starter. The DC lamp controller is more complex. I have a 12V lantern with fluorescent lamp tubes.


Can we use fluorescent lamp in dc?

Yes, fluorescent lamps may be powered by DC but they need a DC lamp controller instead of an AC ballast and starter. The DC lamp controller is more complex. I have a 12V lantern with fluorescent lamp tubes.