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baconman71
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I was reading somewhere that radio waves can actually light up gasses in these tubes. How does this work?
Fluorescent tubes work by using electricity to excite the gas inside the tube, causing it to emit UV light. This UV light then hits the phosphor coating on the inside of the tube, which converts it into visible light.
Radio waves are used to energize the gas inside the fluorescent tube. They are emitted from a ballast or transformer and are responsible for creating the initial energy that excites the gas molecules.
Radio waves have a specific frequency that matches the resonant frequency of the gas molecules inside the tube. This causes the molecules to vibrate and produce energy, which excites the gas and creates UV light.
No, not all fluorescent tubes use radio waves. Some tubes use other methods, such as electrodes or electric fields, to excite the gas and produce light. However, most modern fluorescent tubes do use radio waves.
There are no known risks associated with using radio waves to light up fluorescent tubes. The frequency used is typically very low and poses no harm to humans or the environment. However, it is important to use caution when handling fluorescent tubes, as they contain small amounts of mercury which can be harmful if released.