Glossary

activated sludge

Sewage sediment that has been subjected to vigorous aeration and the action of microorganisms.

Glossary

activated rosin flux

A flux having a resin or rosin base and containing an additive to increase wetting by the solder.

Glossary

activated alumina

A form of aluminum oxide which adsorbs moisture readily and is used as a drying agent.

Glossary

actinic glass

A glass having a yellow tint which reduces the transmission of infrared and ultraviolet rays; sometimes used in factory windows

Glossary

acting level

A platform above the theater stage floor which is used for acting.

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