Mercury-vapor Lamp (Noun)
Meaning
Ultraviolet lamp that emits a strong bluish light (rich in ultraviolet radiation) as electric current passes through mercury vapor.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The laboratory used a mercury-vapor lamp to disinfect the equipment and surfaces by exposing them to its strong ultraviolet radiation.
- Mercury-vapor lamps are often used in industrial settings for curing inks and coatings due to their high intensity ultraviolet light.
- The dentist used a mercury-vapor lamp to cure the dental filling, ensuring it hardened quickly and securely.
- Mercury-vapor lamps are commonly used in germicidal applications, such as water purification systems, to kill bacteria and other microorganisms.
- The artist used a mercury-vapor lamp to dry and cure her paintings, allowing her to work more efficiently and achieve the desired effects.