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Energy; Energy efficiency
The difference between the brightness of an object compared to that of its immediate background.
Sensible cooling effect
Energy; Energy efficiency
The difference between the total cooling effect and the dehumidifying effect.
Difference of potential
Energy; Energy efficiency
The difference in electrical pressure (voltage) between any two points in an electrical system or between any point in an electrical system and the earth.
Electromagnetic field (EMF)
Energy; Energy efficiency
The electrical and magnetic fields created by the presence or flow of electricity in an electrical conductor or electricity consuming appliance or motor.
Reactive power
Energy; Energy efficiency
The electrical power that oscillates between the magnetic field of an inductor and the electrical field of a capacitor. Reactive power is never converted to non-electrical power. Calculated as the ...
Products of combustion
Energy; Energy efficiency
The elements and compounds that result from the combustion of a fuel.