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A kerosene lamp (also known as a paraffin lamp in some countries) is a type of lighting device that uses kerosene as a fuel.

Kerosene lamps have a wick or mantle as light source,

or hand-held lanterns may be used for portable lighting.

Kerosene lamps have been used since the mid-19th century

with their popularity peaking in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

They provided a crucial source of indoor and outdoor lighting before the widespread electrification of homes and communities.

Kerosene lamps were particularly prevalent in regions where access to electricity was limited or nonexistent.


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