is CFL harmful to us?
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yes they are harmful to us as-
Compact fluorescent lamps (CFL), commonly known as energy-saving lamps are identified by their fluorescent tube bent onto itself or even wrapped. These bulbs use less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs, they contain mercury, a substance that can be harmful to humans and to the environment. This is why we must take some precautions when a CFL bulb breaks or is no longer working.
How does this work?
When electric current is passed through mercury vapour contained in the CFL, it emits ultraviolet light that in turn illuminates the phosphor coating inside the tube. This "fluorescence" has given its name to the "CFL" bulbs.
Are these bulbs dangerous to humans?
These bulbs contain mercury and therefore like any electrical apparatus, also produce a small amount of ultraviolets (UV) and emit electromagnetic fields.
When a CFL lamp is in good condition, mercury cannot escape. On the other hand, if a bulb breaks, caution is a must because then mercury can escape. The room must be ventilated and special precautions when clearing up the broken glass and other debris. Mercury is toxic, even at low doses!
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Compact fluorescent lamps (CFL), commonly known as energy-saving lamps are identified by their fluorescent tube bent onto itself or even wrapped. These bulbs use less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs, they contain mercury, a substance that can be harmful to humans and to the environment. This is why we must take some precautions when a CFL bulb breaks or is no longer working.
How does this work?
When electric current is passed through mercury vapour contained in the CFL, it emits ultraviolet light that in turn illuminates the phosphor coating inside the tube. This "fluorescence" has given its name to the "CFL" bulbs.
Are these bulbs dangerous to humans?
These bulbs contain mercury and therefore like any electrical apparatus, also produce a small amount of ultraviolets (UV) and emit electromagnetic fields.
When a CFL lamp is in good condition, mercury cannot escape. On the other hand, if a bulb breaks, caution is a must because then mercury can escape. The room must be ventilated and special precautions when clearing up the broken glass and other debris. Mercury is toxic, even at low doses!
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