New Efficient Light BulbsIntroductionWhen Thomas Edison invented the light bulb in the late 1800s, people were too amazed that they could effectively light up the night to worry about how much energy was needed.1 As time went on , humanity's priorities and desires have evolved. With growing concerns about the world's energy reserves and energy production, many around the world have been looking for ways to reduce energy consumption. One of the ideas explored was the LED light bulb. Consuming much less energy than a traditional light bulb and lasting longer before expiring, the LED light bulb is an ideal replacement for the traditional light bulb when it comes to energy conservation. Another lighting idea that was successful was the fluorescent bulb. These bulbs use a different light production method than LED lights, but have similar results in terms of reduced energy costs and longevity. It may seem like a small thing to reduce the energy consumed by a light bulb, but when all the lights in the world are converted the benefits will add up and become something worth investing in. The Inner Workings of Fluorescent Light Bulbs To understand why fluorescent and LED light bulbs are a more efficient choice it is important to first understand the basic concept of the traditional or incandescent light bulb. An incandescent light bulb uses a thin tungsten filament contained within a glass container. When an electric current is passed through the filament, the filament resists the electric current. The tungsten filament's resistance to electrical current turns the electrical energy into heat, which makes the filament glow and in turn causes it to glow, producing... half the paper... the amplitude will decrease significantly. This decrease in energy demand allows for a decrease in dependence on fossil fuel-based power plants, meaning there will also be a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. All things considered, there is no reason to delay the conversion from old inefficient bulbs to new efficient ones.Bibliography1. http://americanhistory.si.edu/lighting/19thcent/invent19.htm2. http://www.howstuffworks.com/question236.htm3. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/16/harald-haas-wireless-data_n_1153538.html4. http://www.howstuffworks.com/environmental/green-tech/sustainable/led-light-bulb.htm5. http://www.designrecycleinc.com/led%20comp%20chart.html6. http://www.atgstores.com/led-light-bulbs_1527.html?linkloc=www.lightinguniverse.com&7. http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/30/business/energy-environment/30led.html?_r=1&