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The radiation initially produced in fluorescent tube is – |
A. | infrared |
B. | ultraviolet |
C. | microwaves |
D. | X-rays |
Answer» B. ultraviolet | |
Explanation: The primary radiation that is initially produced within a fluorescent lamp is analogous to that emitted by a low pressure mercury lamp. Fluorescent lamps produce UV radiation by ionizing low-pressure mercury vapour. A phosphorescent coating on the inside of the tubes absorbs the UV and converts it to visible light. |
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