Glossary

That part of a furnace, boiler, etc., where the flame is produced.

Gypsum which has been calcined to the point at which 75% of the water of crystallization has been removed.

A joint formed by fitting the end of one lead pipe into the flared end of another lead pipe. Heat

A cement that depends primarily on the hydration of calcium sulfate for its setting and hardening properties; includes Keenes cement,

Anhydrite or gypsum dihydrate which has been calcined to the point at which all the water of crystallization has been

A product of the reaction of lime and stearic acid; used as an integral water repellant in concrete.

Hydrated calcium silicate with inorganic fiber reinforcement, molded into rigid shapes.