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The radiation initially produced in fluorescent tube is

A. Infrared

B. Ultraviolet

C. Microwaves

D. X-rays

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The primary radiation that is initially produced within a fluorescent lamp is analogous to that emitted by a low pressure mercury lamp. Fluorescent lamps produce UV radiation by ionizing low-pressure mercury vapour. A phosphorescent coating on the inside of the tubes absorbs the UV and converts it to visible light.

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