In addition to visible light, which other type of radiations are emitted by a 100 W electric bulb when it is glowing?
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Solution
A 100 W bulb is used in houses for the light. When the bulb is working, it emits various types of radiation which are:
Infrared Radiation: This radiation from the bulb can be experienced as the heating effect. It increases the temperature of the ambient.
Ultraviolet Radiation: The bulb emits ultraviolet radiation, and it is not good for human skin; therefore, nowadays, 100 W bulbs are not generally used.