Why does a lamp burn out quicker if it is turned on and off many times, rather than one that is left burning?

Name: Why does a lamp burn out quicker if it is turned on and off many times, rather than one that is left burning?
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The Answer is The Tungsten filament has a positive temperature coefficient of resistance. Thus when it is first turned on, its current is excessive and the filament for an instant evaporates some of its surface, thereby becoming thinner.

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