English System Units and R value

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The discussion centers on the R value for insulation in English system units, specifically asking about the meaning of "h" in the formula. It is clarified that "h" represents "hour." There is some light banter about the categorization of the question, with participants acknowledging its simplicity. The conversation reflects a mix of frustration and humor regarding the handling of basic questions in the forum. Overall, the focus remains on understanding the units related to insulation.
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A quick units question. Serway gives the R value (for insulation) in English system units as:
\frac{ft^2 \, ^o F \, h}{BTU}

What unit does "h" represent? Thanks!

-Dan
 
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Alright, who moved it and why? I agree it's a "basic" question, but it is definitively NOT homework, which is why I put it in the General Physics category!

-Dan
 
Hour. Long as there's a "pointer," who cares where it winds up --- let them fuss, and you get to be the adult --- you fuss and they fuss, and no one's an adult.
 
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Hour. Long as there's a "pointer," who cares where it winds up --- let them fuss, and you get to be the adult --- you fuss and they fuss, and no one's an adult.

(Grumbles) It was too simple. (Sigh!) Thanks for telling me!

-Dan
 
Bystander said:
Hour. Long as there's a "pointer," who cares where it winds up --- let them fuss, and you get to be the adult --- you fuss and they fuss, and no one's an adult.

Oh, I agree. I just get a little excitable every now and then! :rolleyes:

-Dan
 
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