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heat if you don't like the heat get out of the kitchen proverbial saying, mid 20th century, meaning that if you choose to work in a particular sphere you must also deal with its pressures; particularly associated with President Truman (1884–1972).
in the heat of the moment while temporarily angry, excited, or engrossed, and without stopping for thought.
See also
white heat.
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SWIM: World short course heat results =5
Newspaper article from: AAP Sports News (Australia); 4/1/1999; 700+ words
; ...04-01-1999 SWIM: World short course heat results =5 Women 400 metres medley, fastest...for finals: 1. Joanne Malar (Canada), heat 1, 4:38.76 2. Yana Klochkova (Ukraine), heat 3, 4:39.20 3. Lourdes Becerra (Spain...
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Heat stress
Magazine article from: DVM; 10/1/2001; ; 700+ words
; ...s not just equine athletes at risk for heat-related injuries; educate clients This...pastureland for horses in that area. Then the heat and cold snaps in central Kentucky lead...And now we have the lasting remnants of a heat wave that affected most parts of the country...
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Estimating heat loss from copper tubing: a new approach to calculating heat released by copper tubing can yield improved accuracy in sizing hydronic heating systems.
Magazine article from: PM Engineer; 12/1/2002; ; 700+ words
; Although not specifically intended as heat emitters, the copper tubing connecting the...many hydronic systems certainly does release heat to its surroundings. Sometimes designers disregard this heat output, assuming it's trivial relative...
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Heat waves, global warming, and mitigation.
Magazine article from: UCLA Journal of Environmental Law & Policy; 12/22/2007; ; 700+ words
; I. INTRODUCTION II. HEAT WAVE DEFINITIONS A. Heat Waves B. Heat-related Illnesses and Mortality C. Demographics 1. Individual Characteristics D. Place and Space Matter 1. Geographic Differences 2. Intra-urban Differences III. CLIMATE...
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HEAT.NET Rocks E3; SegaSoft Brings Extreme Entertainment to Los Angeles.
Business Wire; 5/13/1999; 700+ words
; ...99. Inside, SegaSoft is showcasing HEAT.NET, the power of its broadband connectivity...While outside, visitors can experience the HEAT.NET Rock - a 30-foot climbing wall...We have replicated the craziness of the HEAT.NET online world by providing spectators...
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Heat Stress: Improving safety in the Arabian Gulf oil and gas industry
Magazine article from: Professional Safety; 8/1/2008; ; 700+ words
; ...Abstract: As oil and gas development increases in the Middle East, heat-related disorders and heat stress prevention are key concerns. This article examines the results of the heat stress prevention program implemented by one company in Qatar...
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Heat exchangers help designs keep their cool.
Magazine article from: Hydraulics & Pneumatics; 1/1/2001; 700+ words
; ...hydraulic systems inherently generate substantial heat, so they can benefit from using a heat exchanger. Here's why and how. Hydraulic systems...poor efficiency of these systems, energy lost as heat can exceed that of the mechanical power produced...
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Heat is a dangerous playmate.(The Orange County Register)
Newspaper article from: Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service; 8/10/2001; ; 700+ words
; ...death of Minnesota Viking Korey Stringer from heat stroke is a reminder of how the sun's heat can be overpowering. People who are active in...because they _ and older people _ are at risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke, said Dr. James...
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Calculating heat requirements: two basic heat energy requirements should be considered in the sizing of heaters for a particular application.(Heaters)
Magazine article from: Process Heating; 10/1/2006; 700+ words
; When sizing heaters for a given application, two heat energy calculations should be performed: startup heat and operating heat. Taking these steps before you submit the purchase order can help ensure that the...
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SWIM: World short course heat results =4
Newspaper article from: AAP Sports News (Australia); 4/1/1999; 700+ words
; ...04-01-1999 SWIM: World short course heat results =4 Men: 200 metres freestyle, fastest...finals: 1. Michael Klim (Australia), heat 3, 1:45.20 2. Ian Thorpe (Australia), heat 4, 1:45.56 3. Massimiliano Rosolino...
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Heat Disorders
Encyclopedia entry from: Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed.
Heat Disorders Definition Heat disorders are a group of physically related illnesses caused by prolonged...failure of temperature regulation mechanisms of the body. Disorders of heat exposure include heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke...
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Heat Treatments
Encyclopedia entry from: Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed.
Heat Treatments Definition Heat treatments are applications of therapeutic thermal agents to specific...experiencing injury or dysfunction. Purpose The general purpose of a heat treatment is to increase the extensibility of soft tissues, remove...
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heat
Book article from: The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
heat nonmechanical energy in transit, associated...between parts of the same system. Measures of Heat Temperature is a measure of the average translational...kinetic energy of the molecules of a system. Heat is commonly expressed in either of two units...
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Heat-Related Injuries
Encyclopedia entry from: Complete Human Diseases and Conditions
Heat-Related Injuries Heat-related injuries, including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke, are problems that occur when the body ’ s cooling system is overloaded. KEYWORD for searching the Internet and other reference...
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Heat Pump
Book article from: How Products Are Made
Heat Pump Background As a result of society's increasing concern for...environmental issues, the demand for more efficient ways to utilize heat and energy is rising. The heat pump industry uses technological advances such as year-round space...
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