The disinfectant effect of ethylene oxide is similar to that of sterilization by heat, but because of limited penetration, it affects only the surface.

There is a twilight zone in the caves with limited light penetration.

Ultrasound suffers from limited penetration and difficulty visualizing needles, catheters and guidewires.

The disadvantages of shot are limited range and limited penetration of the shot, which is why shotguns are used at short ranges, and typically against smaller targets.

Although drug resistance might be responsible for some episodes of relapse, early relapse is most often caused by the limited intraocular penetration of systemically administered drugs (687--689).

"For most products, exports only allow you a limited penetration of these growing markets," said Michael Porter of the Harvard Business School.

To be feasible for Africa, last mile solutions must be found that take into account the limited penetration of fixed telephony lines, especially in rural areas.

Limited native vegetation and excessive algae has the potential to disrupt the entire aquatic ecosystem due to limited light penetration, lower oxygen levels, and reduced food reserves.

The 7.92x24mm BAP cartridge is aimed at a police market where armor piercing bullets with a limited penetration are needed.

Her emotional contact with Bruch's heart-on-sleeve evocations has both the sincerity and the limited penetration of a bright 14-year-old.