The reversible interchange of ions between a liquid and solid, with no substantial structural changes in the solid.

Filtering unit that separates solids and liquid droplets from gas (air). Widely used in removing oil from a gas or air.

A state benefit payable after the expiry of state sickness benefit if a person is still unfit to.

International Safety Management Code 1994 IMO, International Oil Pollution Certificate ISF Regulation aimed at improving

Abbreviation for (1) "Interstate Commerce Commission," (2) "International Chamber of Commerce."

(At point of sale) (EFTS) An electronic payment system in which a plastic card is used to purchase goods or services. .

A stress that causes two parts of an elastic body. on either side of a typical stress plane, to pull apart. Contrast with compressive stress.

February 2nd. In American folklore, a day that is popularly supposed to provide the key to the weather for the remainder of the winter. Specifically, if the ground-hog upon emerging from its hole casts a shadow, it will return underground, thereby forebod ...

The point where the bottom and the sides of a ship join.

Space booked by shipper or charterer on a vessel but not used

Hard surfaced area of the quay on which shipping containers are assembled before loading.

A generic term for measures of resistance to extension of a crack. The term is sometimes restricted to results of fracture mechanics tests, which are directly applicable in fracture control. However, the term commonly includes results from simple tests of ...

Coastal Trade limit service in Sabah, Sarawak and Brunei.

Are categorized as internal or external heat reactivated. Internal type - Process air enters the dryer through the inlet piping, is then dried as it passes through the desiccant bed, and discharges through the outlet piping as dry air. Regeneration of the ...

A traditionally shaped anchor having flukes perpendicular to the stock of the anchor and connected by a shank. These are less common than modern anchors such as the plow and lightweight anchors.

A joint-life insurance policy which pays money to a surviving partner on the first partner's.

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Additive that promotes the formation of a stable mixture, or emulsion, of oil and water. Common emulsifiers are: metallic soaps, certain animal and vegetable oils, and various polar compounds.

See: 'endowment.