fit factor

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A quantitative metric that measures how well a particular mask or respirator fits to a specific individual's face, defined as the ratio of the ambient concentration of aerosol particles to the concentration within the facepiece during use.

Word forms

fit factor fit factors
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