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moisture factor

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moisture factor [′mȯis·chər ‚fak·tər]
(meteorology)
One of the simplest measures of precipitation effectiveness: moisture factor =P/T, wherePis precipitation in centimeters andTis temperature degrees centigrade for the period in question.


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You must understand that your skin has a Natural Moisture Factor or NMF, which is the combinations of free amino acids, and other moisture-attracting elements such as lactic acid, urea and salts, which help, preserve the fluid in the skin's upper layers and helps prevent water losses, as these will lead to premature aging of the skin.
Incorrect" simulation of the moisture factor in artificial weathering may impact results and conclusions from the tests.
The corn is processed to a 12 percent moisture factor, which is just enough for even distribution of cold or heat, but not too much to develop mold and fungi.
 
 
 
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