Fluorescent lamps are a type of electric lamp that produces light by the excitation of gas. They work by passing an electric current through a gas (typically argon or neon) which produces ultraviolet (UV) light. This UV light then interacts with a phosphor coating on the inside of the lamp, causing it to emit visible light. Fluorescent lamps are widely used for their energy efficiency and longer lifespans compared to incandescent lamps.
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