Lamp
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A Lamp is a human-made device that produces visible light.
- Context:
- It can (typically) be used to provide artificial light in a variety of settings, including homes, offices, streets, and public spaces.
- It can (often) be powered by different energy sources, such as electricity, oil, gas, or batteries, depending on its design and application.
- It can (often) be categorized into various types, such as electric lamps, oil lamps, gas lamps, and kerosene lamps, each with unique features and uses.
- It can (often) include components such as a base, a light source (e.g., a bulb), a reflector, and a shade or cover, designed to direct and diffuse light.
- It can (often) be portable, as in the case of table lamps, or fixed, as with ceiling lamps and streetlights.
- It can (often) be subject to standards and regulations regarding safety, energy efficiency, and environmental impact, particularly for electric lamps.
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- It can range from simple, functional designs to highly ornate and decorative pieces, reflecting cultural and aesthetic preferences.
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- It can be used for different purposes, including ambient lighting, task lighting, accent lighting, and decorative lighting, depending on its design and placement.
- It can play a critical role in daily life, enhancing visibility, safety, and comfort in both indoor and outdoor environments.
- It can be influenced by technological advancements, leading to the development of more efficient and durable light sources, such as LEDs and compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs).
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- Example(s):
- an Oil Lamp (a lamp that burns oil for illumination), traditionally used before the advent of electric lighting.
- a Gas Lamp (a lamp that burns gas, typically used in outdoor and street lighting), popular in the 19th century.
- an Electric Lamp (a lamp that uses electricity to produce light), the most common type in modern usage.
- a Hurricane Lamp (a portable lamp with a glass enclosure to protect the flame from wind), often used in outdoor settings or during power outages.
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- Counter-Example(s):
- a Flashlight, which is a handheld device specifically designed to direct light in a focused beam rather than providing general illumination like a lamp.
- a Lantern, which is similar to a lamp but typically designed to be portable and often enclosed to protect the light source.
- a Candle, which provides light through the combustion of wax, differing from most lamps that use oil, gas, or electricity.
- See: Electric Lamp, Oil Lamp, Gas Lamp, Lantern, Light Fixture, Illumination, Energy Efficiency