leakage

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"It was also believed that leakage from these sources was minor, around half a percent of what went in, because people would essentially be leaking their profits if their feedstocks were released into the atmosphere."

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

An international team of researchers, including scientists from MIT, has now examined how these higher leakage rates affect the ozone layer's recovery.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

“Whether the material originated from aircraft systems, waste leakage, or another source, this event raises important concerns about aviation safety over densely populated communities in Los Angeles County.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Aside from the enormity of the amount proposed, defense budgets are as susceptible to leakage as any government-funded program.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The plutonium is inside a bunch of pellets, each one sealed and insulated to prevent radiation leakage, even if the outer container is breached.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir