How does the UV bulb in my toothbrush sanitizer work?I'm just wondering...it looks like a regular bulb similar to that in a standard older nightlight.
However, it seems to have a lot more of the coils (that light up when the electricity runs through them). What makes them give off UV rays?
Not sure on your bulb specifically but generally they will have some kind of vapour inside such as mercury which will give off UV radiation when a current is passed through. Others rely on doped glass so that only short wavelengths pass through.
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Designed by Philippe Starck By using Germicidal Ultraviolet Light, which physically destroys the...
Calvary First to host productions
Blaze Productions will present the following events at Calvary First Assembly of God, 8407 Kelley Drive, Stockton.
Today: Ultimate Flea Market, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
April 4: "Cross Dress," 6:30 p.m. Live music, CD giveaways and videos.
April 11: "Case for Christ" series begins at 6:30 p.m. Live skit performance, music and food.
Information: (209) 952-4734.
Church set to host Easter feedingThe New Greater Love Church of God's annual Easter feeding will be from noon to 2 p.m. April 7 at 427 E. Fremont St., Stockton.
The church is accepting donations of care package supplies such as soap, men's and women's deodorant, lotion, hand sanitizer, wash cloths, trial size toothpaste, toothbrushes and candy.
All of which explains my furtive efforts to write this column in our stateroom's cramped bathroom, by the light of an ultraviolet toothbrush sanitizer. The reason we're on this cruise is also in the next room sleeping. Our younger son Skyler is turning
more...Volunteers say they need coats, hats, gloves, scarves, socks, sleeping bags and backpacks. Items should be in good, clean condition. They also need a variety of personal hygiene products, including hand sanitizer, shampoo, diapers, soap, toothbrushes
more...You also can buy an ADA-approved sanitizer machine, which uses ultraviolet lamps or steam and dry heat to fry nearly all bacteria and viruses. Just note: Studies to date haven't confirmed a health benefit, and not all dentists believe frequent
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