Fluorescent lamps require a ballast to stabilize the current through the lamp, and to provide the initial striking voltage required to start the arc discharge. This increases the cost of fluorescent light fixtures, though often one ballast is shared between two or more lamps.
n. a deed to real property which guarantees that the seller owns clear title which can be transferred (conveyed). A grant deed generally is a warranty deed, while a quit claim deed is not. (See: warrant, grant deed)
General Warranty Deeds. In a General Warranty Deed, the seller usually gives four warranties regarding the land to the buyer. The seller warrants to the buyer that: 1  The seller has the right to convey the real estate. 2  The seller will defend the title to the real estate against the claims of all persons.