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All fluorescent bulbs contain Mercury which is toxic. They can't be tossed in most landfills and the brand I bought had an address to mail it back to the company for disposal. For being the champion of the 'green' movement these things can really do some damage to the environment if they are broken open. Handle with care.
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What does par mean when refers to CFL light bulbs?
What does "PAR" mean when associated with light bulbs? Is it the CFL watt equivalent of an incandescant bulb? Thanx, Bob Cushman
What is the percentage of light output between CFL bulbs and an incandescent bulb?
Incandescent: 10-12 lumens per watt CFL: 50 lumens per watt.
Who invented the cfl light bulb and when?
Edward Hammer in 1976.
How can the cost of CFL light bulbs be minimized?
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of using compact fluorescent light bulbs?
One nice thing about light bulbs is that they provide light indoors and when it is dark outside, without having to light a candle or an oil lamp. They are also relatively safe, clean and easy to operate. Disadvantages include the fact that you will need electricity and wires that are properly installed and cannot be easily moved about. It is also difficult to repair a broken light bulb or one that has burned out, and they must be disposed of and replaced.
