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fluorescent lamp
HO - High Output
NO - Normal Output
PC - Power Compact
VHO - Very High Output
 
Definition:
    fluo·res·cence - noun fluo·res·cent - adjective > 1.) The emission of electromagnetic radiation, especially of visible light, stimulated in a substance by the absorption of incident radiation and persisting only as long as the stimulating radiation is continued.  2.) The radiation so emitted.
     

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    The Basic Fundamentals of Fluorescent Tubes
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    Saltwater Aquarium Lighting - Reef Tank Lighting
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