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The fluorescent tubes and neon sign bulbs glow due to the presence of ____________.

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  1. charged particles

  2. high voltage

  3. high temperature

  4. colour

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

When an application of high voltage is provided to the electrodes, the neon gas ionizes due to the flow of $e^-$ which thereby excite the neon gas atoms and cause them to emit light. In the case of fluorescent tubes, low-pressure mercury vapour is present which emits UV light when ionized.