GLOSSARY

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ETHYL ALCOHOL

The most common variety of alcohol (ethanol, grain alcohol), used as a solvent in some spotting or cleaning agents.


ETIOLOGY

A branch of medical science dealing with the study of all causes of a disease or abnormal condition.


EVALUATION

The process performed by the restorer to establish recommended corrective actions based on information and evidence collected during the inspection process and conclusions from the preliminary determination.


EVAPORATION

To convert into a vapour.


EXCLUSION

A provision of an insurance contract which limits the coverage; a peril, cause or conditions listed in the policy as not covered.


EXPANSION

Dimensional changes in materials induced by fluctuations in temperature.


EXPOSURE

The potential loss for which an insurer is liable on a specific claim or category of claims. The degree of risk involved in insuring a particular site or peril.


EXPOSURE ASSESSMENT

Measurement or estimation of the magnitude, frequency, duration and route of exposure of humans, animals, materials or ecological components to substances in the environment. The assessment also describes the size and nature of the exposure.


EXPOSURE LIMITS

The concentration of toxic substances to which workers may be safely exposed.


EXTERIOR CLEAN

To remove damaging residues from the outer surfaces of a device, furnishing, or enclosure.