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Fluorescent lights glow because of an electric discharge in a glass tube that causes Mercury atoms to emit ultraviolet light. The inside of the tube is coated with phosphor, which absorbs the ultraviolet light and then re-emits visible light.

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Does a fluorescent ballast work in a DC V supply?

No, fluorescent ballasts are designed to work with AC voltage supplies. They require the alternating current to function properly and cannot operate on a direct current (DC) power source.


How do dimming ballasts work?

Dimming ballasts typically work by controlling the amount of current going through the fluorescent lamps. They adjust the voltage supplied to the lamps, which in turn regulates the light output. This allows for the dimming functionality in fluorescent lighting systems.


Is fluorescent light a plasma?

No, fluorescent light is not a plasma. Fluorescent lights work by using electricity to excite mercury vapor and produce ultraviolet light, which then interacts with a phosphor coating to create visible light. Plasma is a state of matter where atoms are stripped of their electrons, leading to a highly energized gas that can emit light.


How do compact fluorescent lights differ from fluorescent light globes?

Compact fluorescent lights are smaller versions of traditional fluorescent light bulbs that are designed to fit into standard light fixtures. They are more energy-efficient and have a longer lifespan compared to incandescent bulbs. Fluorescent light globes typically refer to the larger, tube-shaped fluorescent bulbs that are commonly used in commercial and industrial settings.


When did tesla invented the fluorescent light?

It was Alexandre-Edmond Becquerel who first conceived the idea of placing a fluorescent coating on the inner surface of a high voltage gas discharge tube but he didn't quite made it work properly. Tesla's investigations in the area of high-voltage RF power processing techniques did result in the very first high efficiency, high frequency lighting ballasts in 1892.

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Fluorescent HID lights best accompany what soil type?

Fluorescent HID lights work well with all types of soil, instead try matching the type of fluorescent light with the type of plant you're growing. Standard fluorescent give of duller light and work better with starting a plant that will eventually go outside. Compact fluorescent, on the other hand, give of much more light and work best with growing larger plants indoors.


If the ballast on a fluorescent light blows will the lamp still work?

Typically, if the ballast on a fluorescent light blows, the lamp will not work. The ballast regulates the electrical current to the lamp, so if it is not functioning properly, the lamp will not receive the correct power to light up.


What is a compact fluorescent lamp and how does it work?

The link shown below to Wikipedia explains pretty well how a compact fluorescent lamp works.


If AC is replaced by DC in a fluorescent lamp circuit will the circuit work?

No.


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How does the compact fluorescent light globe work?

Ask your science teacher lol


Does a fluorescent ballast work in a DC V supply?

No, fluorescent ballasts are designed to work with AC voltage supplies. They require the alternating current to function properly and cannot operate on a direct current (DC) power source.


Can you put a black light bulb in any fluorescent fixture?

Yes a black lamp tube will work in a fluorescent fixture. Guess you don't remember the early 70's.


How does 4 tube fluorescent work?

A 4-tube fluorescent light contains four fluorescent tubes connected to a ballast that regulates the electrical current flowing through the tubes. When the light switch is turned on, the ballast sends high voltage to the tubes to ionize the gas inside. This ionization process produces ultraviolet light, which then interacts with the phosphor coating inside each tube to produce visible light.


How do dimming ballasts work?

Dimming ballasts typically work by controlling the amount of current going through the fluorescent lamps. They adjust the voltage supplied to the lamps, which in turn regulates the light output. This allows for the dimming functionality in fluorescent lighting systems.


Can you make a 230 volt fluorescent lamp work in a 120 volt socket?

No, do not waste your time.