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Appendix D: Glossary
Pages 291-297

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... . Biofilm: A thin, normally resistant, layer of microorganisms such as ­ acteria b that forms on and coats various surfaces.1 Birth cohort study: An observational study that begins at or before birth of the subjects and continues to study the same individuals at later time points, typically on more than one occasion (Wadsworth, 2005)
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From page 292...
... , and the application of this study to the control of diseases and other health problems.2 Eukaryotic: One of the three domains of life. The two other domains, bacteria and archaea, are prokaryotes and lack several features characteristic of eukaryotes (e.g., cells containing a nucleus surrounded by a membrane and with DNA bound together by proteins [histones]
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From page 293...
... . Mechanical ventilation: The process of moving air into and within a building using ducts and powered fans or blowers, which may include means to filter, cool, heat, humidify, dehumidify, or otherwise condition the air.
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From page 294...
... : A volatile organic compound produced by microorganisms. Microbiome: Refers to the entire habitat, including the microorganisms (bacteria, archaea, lower and higher eurkaryotes, and viruses)
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... Semivolatile organic compound (SVOC) : An organic compound with a saturation vapor pressure between 10−2 and 10−8 kPa at 25°C.3 Such compounds are less volatile and tend to have a higher molecular weight than VOCs.
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From page 296...
... : A compound with a low molecular weight enabling its rapid evaporation into the air, where it can be inhaled. It has been defined as an organic compound with saturation vapor pressure greater than 10−2 kPa at 25°C (ASTM D1356)
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From page 297...
... 2005. Birth cohort studies.
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