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61Space accidents and incidents — Space accidents, either during operations or training for spaceflights, have killed 22 astronauts (five percent of all people who have been in space, two percent of individual spaceflights), and a much larger number of ground crew. This article… …
62spectroscopy — spectroscopist /spek tros keuh pist/, n. /spek tros keuh pee, spek treuh skoh pee/, n. the science that deals with the use of the spectroscope and with spectrum analysis. [1865 70; SPECTRO + SCOPY] * * * Branch of analysis devoted to identifying… …
63Compression ratio — For compression ratio in data compression, see data compression ratio. The compression ratio of an internal combustion engine or external combustion engine is a value that represents the ratio of the volume of its combustion chamber from its… …
64Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry — ICP MS Instrument Acronym ICP MS Classification Mass spectrometry Analytes atomic and polyatomic species in plasma, with exceptions; usually inte …
65Autoclave — For other uses, see Autoclave (disambiguation). Square Section Autoclave A modern front loading autoclave Uses Sterilization Inventor Charles Chamberland Manufacturer Astell Scientific …
66Space toilet — A space toilet, or zero gravity toilet, is a toilet that can be used in a weightless environment. In the absence of weight the collection and retention of liquid and solid waste is directed by use of air flow. Since the air used to direct the… …
67food preservation — Any method by which food is protected against spoilage by oxidation, bacteria, molds, and microorganisms. Traditional methods include dehydration, smoking, salting, controlled fermentation (including pickling), and candying; certain spices have… …
68MythBusters (2005 season) — Country of origin Australia United States No. of episodes 26 (includes 7 specials) Broadcast Original channel Discovery Channel …
69Decompression sickness — Caisson disease [decompression sickness] Classification and external resources Two United States Navy sailors prepare for training inside a decompression chamber …
70Pontiac V8 engine — From 1955 to 1981 the Pontiac Division of General Motors manufactured its own, unique V8 engines, distinct from Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, or Oldsmobile. Displacement began at 287 in³ and grew as large as 455 in³ (7.5 L) by 1970. Pontiac s… …
