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G-H
Term	Explanation
Gauge	A term used to denote the physical size of a wire.
Gauss (Ga)	Unit of measure for magnetic flux density.
GHz	Gigahertz (one billion Hertz)
GND	Abbreviation for Ground (see ground)
GPIB	General Purpose Interface Bus Assembly is used for inter-
	connecting measurements devices.
Ground Loop	A completed circuit between shielded pairs of a multiple pair
	created by random contact between shields.
Ground Potential	The potential on the earth. A cicuit, terminal, or chassis is said
	to be at ground potential when it is used as a reference point
	for other potentials in the system.
Harmonized (HAR)	Cables meeting requirements of CENELEC for use in the
	European Economic Community.
Henry (H)	A practical unit of inductance that will produce a voltage
	drop of one volt when the current changes at the rate of
	one ampere per second.
Hertz (Hz)	The unit of measure for frequency in cycles per second.
High Frequency (HF)	The band from 3 - 30 MHz (Megahertz) in the radio spectrum.
Hook-Up-Wire	A single insulated conductor. (usually under 1000 volt)
Hygroscopic	Capable of absorbing moisture from the air.