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| British thermal unit (btu)
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The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water one degree Fahrenheit; equal to 252 calories. |
| British thermal unit hour (btuh)
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Establishes a time reference to btu input or output rates. A BTUH is how many BTUs are used per hour. |
| Broadcasting
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Refered to as scattering seed randomly by hand. |
| Broadloom
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A term originally used to denote carpet produced in widths wider than six feet. Today carpet comes in 6-foot, 12-foot and 15-foot widths. |
| Broker
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A person who acts as a conduit between two parties. A real estate broker is licensed to handle property transactions. A mortgage broker matches, for a specific fee, borrowers to lenders and loan programs. |
| Broker's agreement
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Contract to act on behalf of a principal in selling real estate, wherein the principal agrees to pay a commission to the broker when a buyer is produced who is ready, willing and able to meet the terms of the sale. |
| Brokerage
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The bringing together of two parties in exchange for a fee or commission. Also, a company or firm employing agents acting as brokers. |
| Bronze
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Copper based alloy that contains other elements. |
| Bronze plated
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Steel that is coated with a plating of bronze that makes it attractive and weather resistant. |
| Bronze silicon
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Copper and silicon alloy that is workable when hot and corrosion resistant. This easily weldable, strong alloy is used for valve bodies and seats where needed. |
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