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Gallon A gallon is the liquid volume measurement indicating
tank size of a compressor |
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Galvanized Galvanized is a term to describe thin Zinc plating
applied to steel to resist corrosion when exposed to moisture |
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Gang A gang is the width of a junction box that holds one electrical
device like a switch or outlet |
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GFCI A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter or GFCIis a shock prevention device that shuts off power if an
imbalance of current flow is detected between the line and neutral wires |
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Glazing Glazing is a term used to describe
the glass components of a window |
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Gloss Gloss is a term used to describe the highest sheen for paint which
has more shine than semi-gloss |
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Grain The grain of wood is the
pattern of the tree growth rings as they show in a milled piece of lumber. Wood
grain affects the strength of wood and follows the cellular structure of the
tree which always runs the length of a cut lumber board. |
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Grit Grit is thelevel
of abrasion of the sandpaper surface – higher number means a finer smoother
finish can be achieved and lower numbers produce a rougher finish |
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Ground wire A ground wire is a safety conductor in a circuit identified by a bare copper
or green colored insulated wire that can carry rogue current to earth in an
emergency |
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Guardrail A guardrail is ahorizontal protective member
intended to prevent persons from passing beyond a given point on a scaffold
system |
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