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Blacklight

physical science Maturity 11-13

A blacklight is a special lamp. It makes a dim purple glow. It sends out light we cannot see. This light makes things glow in bright colors. It can even find bugs!

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📚 Content adapted from Wikipedia | Readability: FK 13.3 | Vital Level 5