Ray Type of Bulb Light Emission

In summary, light bulbs emit electromagnetic waves, which come in different wavelengths. The wavelengths of 400 nm and 700 nm affect our vision, while wavelengths below 400 nm can be harmful to our health. Light bulbs do not emit a specific type of ray, but rather a range of electromagnetic waves.
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what type of ray does the bulb light emit?
 
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Sorry but your question does not make any sense.
 
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I mean light emit some rays doesn't it? light emit some rays to objects objects reflect them and therefore we see the objects
Is it not the way we see objects?
I asked this question because we don't see x-rays and x-rays are such rays that we can see the inside of the objects.
but with normal light why can't we see the inside of objects? If we saw the x-rays we could see whatever the x-ray machines see right?
 
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Our eyes can see electromagnetic rays in only a very narrow part of the spectrum (light rays). These reflect off some objects and penetrate others (glass, clear plastic, etc.). Other parts of the e-m spectrum have different interactions with matter. Try Wikipedia - it would take a whole book to get into all the details you might be interested in.
 
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A lightbulb emits electromagnetics waves. A ray is simple way to imagine electromagnetic (EM) waves.

EM waves come in many wavelengths. If the wavelength is 400 nm and 700 nm, it affects our eyes (retina) and we call this vision. If the wavelength is above this, it affects our skin (thermoreceptors http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thermoreceptors).

If the wavelength is below 400 nm (UV, x-rays, gamma rays), it can break up (bio-)molecules permanently, disrupt their function, and eventually cause cancer.

Of course, common light bulbs don't emit much of the latter ones.
http://zeiss-campus.magnet.fsu.edu/articles/lightsources/tungstenhalogen.html
 
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Related to Ray Type of Bulb Light Emission

1. How does a ray type bulb emit light?

A ray type bulb emits light through a process called incandescence. This involves passing an electric current through a filament, which heats up and produces visible light.

2. What is the difference between a ray type bulb and other types of bulbs?

Unlike other types of bulbs, such as LED or fluorescent, a ray type bulb does not use a gas or semiconductor to produce light. Instead, it relies on the heating of a filament to emit light.

3. How efficient is a ray type bulb compared to other types of bulbs?

Ray type bulbs are not as efficient as LED or fluorescent bulbs. Only about 10% of the energy they consume is converted into visible light, with the rest being emitted as heat.

4. Can a ray type bulb be used for different purposes besides general lighting?

Yes, ray type bulbs can be used for various purposes such as in projectors, flashlights, and stage lighting. They are also commonly used in photography and filmmaking as they produce a warm, natural light.

5. How long does a ray type bulb last?

The lifespan of a ray type bulb varies, but on average, it can last for about 1,000 hours. However, frequent on and off switching can decrease its lifespan. LED and fluorescent bulbs have a longer lifespan compared to ray type bulbs.

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