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According to their k values, which material is a better insulator: expanded polystyrene or expanded polyurethane?
 
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Question 2

List the 5 major electrical devices in the heating circuit diagram in Figure 50-30.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Polyurethane is a better insulator because it has a lower k-factor.

Answer to Question 2

The fan motor, the 24 V automatic gas solenoid, the combination blower and limit control, the step down transformer, and the room thermostat.


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