1. the state or quality of being sensitive; often used to denote a state of abnormal responsiveness to stimulation, or of responding quickly and acutely. 2. analytical sensitivity, the smallest concentration of a substance that can be reliably measured by a particular analytical method.
Typical Electricity Costs. The town of Wellesley, Mass., has estimated the average cost of running central air conditioning in a typical home for six hours a day will use 900 kilowatt/hours (kWh) per month. At a cost of $0.134 per kWh, this amounts to $120.60 per month.A large 12,000 BTU air conditioner, like that in a window, running six hours each day will consume 270 kWh, at a cost of $36.26 per month. A smaller 6,500 BTU room air conditioner will consume 144 kWh at a cost of $19.34 per month. large 12,000 BTU air conditioner, like that in a window, running six hours each day will consume 270 kWh, at a cost of $36.26 per month.
Central Air Average Costs . The actual cost of central air installation depends on a number of factors, including the size of the home as well as the unit's tonnage and SEER rating. In a 2,000 square foot home with existing ductwork, central air conditioning costs $3,000 to $5,000 installed. If ductwork is additionally required, costs could reach $6,000 to $10,000 or more. Mini-split central air conditioner prices average $1,500 to $3,000 installed. Note that while a high efficiency unit could cost up to 30 to 40 percent more than one with the minimum 13 SEER rating, the extra costs should be recouped in energy savings over the lifetime of the system.