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How are tungsten- halogen bulbs different from incandescent bulbs?
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What is the difference between halogen and incandescent bulbs?
Halogen light bulbs are what has been around for a very long time. Incandescent bulbs are new and are more energy efficient.
How much energy does a tungsten halogen bulb use?
Halogen bulbs come in various ratings, as do all bulbs.
Transition metal used in incandescent light bulbs?
tungsten
How do tungsten-halogen bulbs generate light?
Inside a tungsten-halogen bulb, electrons flow through a tungsten filament. The filament heats up and emits light.
The element used in light bulbs?
Argon(or nitrogen) and tungsten are used in incandescent light bulbs.
Do incandescent bulbs contain a filament of platinum?
yes, incandescent bulbs do not contain a filament of platinum. Yes they do contain a filament called a tungsten.
What is the metal in domestic light bulbs?
Tungsten in the filament of incandescent lightbulb.
What are the benefits of using halogen bulbs?
"Halogen bulbs have a longer life and better illumination than incandescent bulbs. They are compact in size, and dimmable unlike flourescent bulbs. Halogen IR (infrared) bulbs use less electricity, also."
Which element is used in light bulbs as the filament?
Generally, tungsten.
How many fluorescent bulbs would you need to replace all the incandescent bulbs currently in use?
not all incandescent lamps (bulbs) can be replaced by fluorescent lamps because there are some applications where there is no acceptable or equivalent fluorescent lamp. In some cases, other technologies may be useful--HID or LED lamps. There are some applications where the incandescent source, especially the tungsten-halogen type, still rules.
Where is Tungsten?
Incandescent light bulbs. Generally high temperature, or high wear applications.
What wattage halogen bulb will match a 100 watt incandescent?
Halogen bulbs are about 30% more efficient so a 70 watt halogen does the job.
