artificial light
Americannoun
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"Artificial light is a major consumer of electricity at night, and light pollution harms ecosystems," says Christopher Kyba.
From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026
Artificial light that hampers nocturnal pollinators reduces plant reproductive success and fruit production.
From Salon • Apr. 15, 2025
Artificial light from fishing or mining could also scramble that system.
From Scientific American • Oct. 1, 2022
Artificial light blocks the production of melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep cycles, and disrupted sleep cycles have been linked to an array of health problems.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 20, 2022
Artificial light played its part in the recent war.
From Artificial Light Its Influence upon Civilization by Luckiesh, Matthew
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