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Thread #61999 Message #1404559
Posted By: Amos
10-Feb-05 - 10:37 AM
Thread Name: BS: how many kilowatts do you use
Subject: RE: BS: how many kilowatts do you use
Definition:
A common unit used in measuring power. Power is defined as the flow of energy over time. A watt is equivalent to 3.41 Btu/hour or one joule per second. Where an "e" follows the unit (as in kwe or Mwe), the watt is in the form of electrical energy. Where a "t" follows the unit (as in kwt or Mwt), the watt is in the form of thermal energy.