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In the US, the word "lamp" is applied to a lighting fixture (e.g. lava lamp) or other device for producing light.

However, the term "lamp" can mean any replaceable lighting component, such as CFLs (compact fluorescent bulbs). The terms bulb, lamp, and tube are often used interchangeably although they have specific meanings within an application.

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What appliances gives light?

Appliances that give light include lamps, light fixtures, ceiling lights, and flashlights. These appliances use various sources of light, such as incandescent, LED, or fluorescent bulbs, to illuminate a space.


What happens to the brightness of the lights when you decrease the number of light bulbs in a circuit?

The brightness of the lights may or may not change depending on the circuit in which they are wired. In a series circuit, all the bulbs (called lamps) will experience the same current flow. The same amount of current will be flowing through each one, and each one will be dropping some amount of voltage. If we remove some of the lamps and reconnect the circuit, the lamps will glow brighter because there is less total resistance in the circuit. The remaining lamps will end up dropping more voltage, and will glow brighter. In a parallel circuit, removing bulbs (or adding them) will not affect the operation of the other lamps in the circuit (providing the voltage source is adequate). We know that each of the lights in a household circuit is wired in parallel, and turning one or more on or off won't affect the operation (the brightness) of any other light that is on.


What appliances produces light energy?

bulb,flashlight,fluroscent light are some examples of light energy


What is artifiial light?

Artificial light is light produced by electrical sources such as light bulbs, LED lights, and fluorescent lamps, as opposed to natural light from the sun or fire. It is used to illuminate indoor and outdoor spaces for visibility and safety.


Is mercury used in lights?

There are several types of lights using mercury:Mercury-vapor lamps use mercury to generate Ultraviolet light for tanning lamps. With a suitable phosphor the UV is converted to visible light. These lights are now baned and have been replaced with metal halide (e.g. sodium} lightsFluorescent lights, both the large tube types and new compact fluorescent bulbs, excite mercury vapour to generate UV and convert it to visible light with a phosphor coating. The new smaller bulbs use fraction of the mercury and no liquid mercuryBlue "neon" lights can use an argon mercury misture

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What are the differences of bulbs and lights and lamps?

These terms mean the same thing: typically people say 'bulbs', 'lights', or 'lamps'. Most electricians use 'lamps' to mean any of these. Typically, a light fixture is called a fixture, or a luminaire. The part that actually lights, is called a lamp. (A table lamp can also be called a lamp).


What are the artificial sources of light energy?

Those are usually called "lamps" or "light bulbs".


What are some examples of artificial light?

Examples are lightbulbs,neon lights, traffic lights,headlights, concert lights.


What types of mood lights are there?

There are several types of mood lights, including LED strip lights, color-changing light bulbs, smart light bulbs that can be controlled with an app, Himalayan salt lamps, and lava lamps. Each type offers unique features to create different atmospheres to suit your mood or decor.


What is the name of those swirly light bulbs?

They are known as CFL bulbs. It stands for Compact Fluorescent Lamps.


Can light bulbs contain more than one filament?

Yes, automotive bulbs have more than one for turn and tail lights. 3 way bulbs in house lamps have 3.


Which kind of lamps have longer lifetimeLED lamps or indescent light bulbs?

LED lamps


What are the best light bulbs for commercial lamps?

The best light bulbs, for any use, wehther at home or for commercial use, are LED hallogen lights. They last for years, and really save on electric bills.


Where can I find replacement light bulbs in the Dallas area?

There are a few stores to look such as Light Bulbs, Etc, Inc., Dallas Light Bulb Delivery, Light Bulb Solution, Led Cool Lights, J D International, and Lamps Plus.


What type of light bulbs do modern table lamps use?

Modern table lamps use all sorts of different light bulbs. Most commonly one can find standard 20 watt to 250 watt light bulbs in modern table lamps.


Why does this happen Brake lights and turn signal not working in back?

It sounds to me like your bulbs are out. These bulbs have a lifespan just like the light bulbs in the lamps that you have at home. These are easy and cheap to replace, and you can usually access the bulbs from your trunk, if you own a car.


Where do you see light bulbs?

In electric lamps of course!