Chemical species slated to replace CFCs in the near future.

The study of the earth's waters.

Steel wire, used to support over-the-side sampling apparatus

Are any material with an affinity for moisture. These analyzers use sensing elements that contain moisture adsorbing material. A change in the moisture content of the element is detected by an electric network and is used as a measurement of dew point

A life-threatening condition where there is loss of body heat; the greatest danger for anyone in the water. As the body loses its heat, body functions slow down, and this can quickly lead to death.

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A measurement. Inside diameter.

International Maritime Consultative Organization. A forum in which most major maritime nations participate and through which recommendations for the carriage of dangerous goods, bulk commodities, and maritime regulations become internationally acceptable.

International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. The regulations published by the IMO for transporting hazardous materials internationally.

International Standards Organization which deals in standards of all sorts, ranging from documentation to equipment packaging and labeling.

Abbreviation for "Immediate Transport." The document (prepared by the carrier) allows shipment to proceed from the port of entry in the U.S. to Customs clearing at the destination. The shipment clears Customs at its final destination. Also called an "In ...

Abbreviation for "Independent Action." The right of a conference member to publish a rate of tariff rule that departs from the Agreement's common rate or rule.

Inlet butterfly valve. These are fitted on the inlet of most types of compressor and the valve opens and closes to throttle the air flow. However, the term IBV is usually associated with turbo compressors.

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

Caught in the ice.

A floating island of ice. Only one-ninth of the total mass of an iceberg is visible above water level.

CFM flowing through the compressor inlet filter or inlet valve under rated conditions

See Intracoastal Waterway.

Is a gas that follows the perfect gas laws without deviation. There is no such thing, however it is the basis from which calculations are made and corrections applied.