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specific energy

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specific energy [spə′sif·ik ′en·ər·jē]
(hydrology)
The energy at any cross section of an open channel, measured above the channel bottom as datum; numerically the specific energy is the sum of the water depth plus the velocity head,v2/2g,wherevis the velocity of flow andgthe acceleration of gravity.
(thermodynamics)
The internal energy of a substance per unit mass.


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Disperser operation was characterized using the specific energy and specific edge load (SEL) while dispersion efficiency was measured using the ink particle size distribution and the equivalent black area (EBA) of sheets made from treated pulp.
Obviously, the specific energy system most used for a particular sport must be identified and the planned activities should remain true to the boundaries of that system.
You must learn to coordinate your workout efforts with the specific energy patterns that develop from day to day as you train.
 
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