Glossary A
Acidified food pertains to low-acid foods that have their pH lowered to 4.6 or less by the addition of acids or acid foods. Example are the pickles or pickled vegetables and fruits.
AC Induction Motor refers to electric motor used in most household appliances.
Achievement is defined as the act of gaining, reaching, accomplishing or performing a goal through effort; it is a successful performance; an accomplishment.
Arch pertains to a mechanical arrangement of building materials which are put together , generally along a curved line, in such a way that, supported by piers, abutments, or walls, they carry weight and resist pressure.