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Old 12-16-2007, 09:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Jim H View Post
Correct!

The Latent Heat of Vaporization of water is a constant = 970btu/lb

If your burner is putting out a constant btuh into the water, the water will evaporate at the same rate regardless of level.

HUH?
Bingo. Some other terms to know: sensible heat, superheat, subcool. This will pay off with your HVAC repair bills.
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