Air conditioning cools and dehumidifies the air. This can make a home more comfortable during hot or humid weather.
Air conditioning can be "central" (running through built in ducts and vents), window units or wall units.
The use of a ceiling fan in conjunction with air conditioning can increase energy efficiency.
Alternatives
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There are other techniques to make a home more comfortable when it's hot and humid. One is to blow air over a block of ice. (more...)
Warning
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Air conditioners can be harmed by turning them on when it's already cool (below 70 degrees Fahrenheit).
Terms
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- Air conditioning is abbreviated "A.C.", as usual.
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (H.I.V.A.A.C.: Heating, ventilation and air conditoning)
Related
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References
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- Central Airconditioners on the U.S. government's ENERGY STAR site
- How Air Conditioners Work from HowStuffWorks.com
- American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers
- Air Conditioning Contractors of America
- Wikipedia's article on air conditioning
- Air Conditioning topics from the How To section of doityourself.com
External Links
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Brands
- Lennox A.C..s (Air conditoners)