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Wafer  The thin silicon disk on which chips are formed.

Wicking  Movement of moisture by capillary action or absorption usually along the filament surface to where it can evaporate quickly.

Work Zone  That volume within the Cleanroom which is designated for clean work and for which testing is required.  The volume shall be identified by an entrance and exit plane normal to the air flow (where there is laminar airflow).