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Name: Ying Ying Ken Chu
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Date: 2000-2001
Question:
What causes fluctuations in a light source?

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This is a very general question. Do you have a specific fluctuation in mind?

The most significant variation would be due to voltage variations. For example, a fluorescent light generates light that fluctuates at 120 Hz (60 Hz supply voltage). It varies from maximum intensity to nearly off twice during each cycle. Dr.

Bradburn


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