I never knew this ... did you ...? Mercury Warning: Compact fluorescent light-bulbs contain very small amounts of mercury and care must be taken in disposing of them or when they break. The energy efficiency of CFLs may be significant, but unlike traditional light bulbs, there is a hidden danger sealed inside each little bulb that requires special handling and disposal. Mercury – a potent, developmental neurotoxin that can damage the brain, liver, kidneys and central nervous system. Infants and young children are particularly vulnerable to mercury’s toxic effects. Even at low levels, mercury is capable of causing a number of health problems including impair motor functioning, cognitive ability and emotional problems. Higher or prolonged exposure can result in much more serious health problems. CFLs are marketed as “safe” and don’t pose any health risks as long as the glass remains intact. The danger comes if the bulbs are cracked, broken or not disposed of properly. Although it sounds like a miniscule amount – 4 to 5 milligrams – there is enough mercury in just one fluorescent light bulb to contaminate 6,000 gallons of water. wakeup-world/2012/05/06/understanding-the-dangers-of-compact-fluorescent-light-bulbs/
Posted on: Sat, 29 Jun 2013 12:36:10 +0000
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