Compact flourescent bulbs can produce as much light as incandescent bulbs but with lrss energy. How is that possible?
Compact fluorescent bulbs use a different technology to produce light compared to incandescent bulbs.
Incandescent bulbs produce light by passing an electric current through a filament, which heats up and produces light. However, a lot of energy is wasted as heat in this process.
On the other hand, compact fluorescent bulbs use a mix of argon and mercury vapor to produce invisible ultraviolet light. This light then interacts with a phosphor coating on the inside of the bulb, which causes it to emit visible light. This process is much more energy-efficient compared to incandescent bulbs, resulting in less energy being wasted in the form of heat.
Additionally, compact fluorescent bulbs are able to produce the same amount of light as incandescent bulbs using significantly less energy, making them a more energy-efficient lighting option.