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What are incandescent light bulbs used for?

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Incandescent light bulbs are the most common type of light bulb in the average home. Chances are, if you look up, you'll see one. They're used for just about everything.

N.B.: The light bulbs that look like long tube are fluorescent, not incandescent.

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