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Absorption-Type is a term introduced in ICRP's revised respiratory tract model (ICRP-66) to replace the clearance classes in ICRP-30. The absorption types are Type F for fast absorption, formerly called Class D; Type M for moderate absorption, formerly called Class W; and Type S for slow absorption, formerly called Class Y.

Accentis a general term which means contrast, outline or highlight for added detail and emphasis, e.g. accent lamp pertains to a type of lamp which is used for mood lighting, as decorative accent, or to draw attention to a particular area.

Asbestos is characterized as a group of naturally occurring minerals that separate into long, thin fibers. Asbestos was used for many years to insulate and fireproof buildings.

Absorbent packing is a term describing a material within a package which absorbs liquids from product. A pad made from paper and has a plastic lines is placed on meat trays to absorb liquids from the meat.

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Alternative Spellings (Synonyms): absorbents, Packings, packings

Astronaut is described as a person who trains to fly into space.

Archintrave relates to mouldings around openings and certain other locations to conceal joints or for decorative purposes.
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Alambre de cobre is a Spanish terms which refers to copper wire.

Alambre means wire, while cobre means copper
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Aluminum paint refers to a paint, usually solvent-based, that contains aluminum particles and provides a metallic appearance.
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