| Acronym | Meaning |
| SCEM | Semiclassical Self-consistent Eikonal Method |
| VES | Vertical Elec. Sounding |
| TAC | Toxic Air Contaminant |
| LOI | Loss On Ignition |
| TTHM | Total Trihalomethane |
| IC | Integrated Circuit |
| SIVE | Steam Injection And Vacuum Extn. (hazardous Waste Treatment) |
| FFEM | Freeze-fracture Electron Microscopy |
| MBTH | 3-methyl-2-benzothiazolinone Hydrazone |
| RECP | Relativistic Effective-core Potential |