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Author
Thomas, G.
Title
Thermal Properties of Gypsum Plasterboard at High Temperatures.
Coporate
Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
Journal
Fire and Materials, Vol. 26, No. 1, 37-45, January/February 2002
Keywords
plasterboard
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gypsum
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high temperature
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thermal properties
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heat transfer
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thermochemistry
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specific heat
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dehydration
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moisture effect
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enthalpy
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thermal conductivity
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fire resistance tests
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ablation
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walls
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fire tests
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floors
Identifiers
water of crystallization; effect of free moisture; heats of reaction and effect on specific heat; details of furnace tests used; model predictions and wall test results for insulation failure; recommended thermal properties for gypsum plasterboard