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Definition of British thermal unit
Heat needed to raise 1 lb (0.45 kg) of water 1 degrees F (5/9 degrees C) (equal to 252 cal or 1,054 J). Symbol, Btu.
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Locality Updated:
Peñas Azules Deposit, Sierra Calchaquí, Amaicha del Valle District, Tafí del Valle Department, Tucumán, Argentina
From
Raúl Jorge Tauber Larry
, 19th May 2013 23:36:35