The Facts about mercury in compact fluorescent light bulbs
Description
Demand for CFLs has increased over the past several years, leading some consumers to ask questions about mercury levels in CFLs. While there is a small amount of mercury encased in the base of a CFL, using the bulbs poses no harm to consumers. In fact, CFLs do not emit mercury when they are intact, in use, properly stored, handled and/or installed. The truth is CFLs are safe to use and account for fewer mercury emissions than traditional incandescent bulbs.
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