Definitions for "Physical vapor deposition"
(PVD) (sc) the layering of a vapor, usually by means of evaporation or "sputtering."
A modern plating process used mostly with polished brass or gold finishes on faucets. Vaporized zirconium reacts with nitrogen and other gases to form a very durable surface, which will not tarnish or discolor.
Deposition method used commonly for metal layers through bombardment of target by gas plasma, often called "Sputtering"