| Acronym | Meaning |
| OTEQ | One-dimensional Transport With Equilibria Calculations |
| PTS | Position-tagged Spectroscopy |
| BMD | Born-Mayer (plus) Dispersion (potential Function) |
| EMA | Electron Microprobe Analysis |
| ESDN | Electron Stimulated Desorption Of Neutrals |
| ATMS | Assumption-based Truth Maintenance System |
| GLC | Ground Level Concentration |
| UEL | Upper Explosive Limit |
| CBF | Correlated Basis Function |
| BPB | Blood Lead |