Persistency
Resistance of substances against chemical or biological degradation. Substances with high persistence can contaminate areas for a long period if no decontamination measures are taken.
Glossary Source
JRC EU CBRNe Glossary
(
EU Glossary on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive risks
)
https://publications.jrc.ec.europa.eu/repository/bitstream/JRC128863/JRC128863_01.pdf