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Water is a chemical compound with the chemical formula H20. A water molecule contains one hydrogen atom and two oxygen atoms. Water is a liquid at standard ambient temperature and pressure though it can be a solid (ice)in low temperatures or evaporate into water vapor a higher temperatures.

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curb stop

Natural environment; Water

A water service shutoff valve located in a water service pipe near the curb and between the water main and the building.

curbside collection

Natural environment; Water

Method of collecting recyclable materials at homes, community districts or businesses.

cutie-pie

Natural environment; Water

An instrument used to measure radiation levels.

cuttings

Natural environment; Water

Spoils left by conventional drilling with hollow stem auger or rotary drilling equipment.

cyclone collector

Natural environment; Water

A device that uses centrifugal force to remove large particles from polluted air.

cubic feet per minute (CFM)

Natural environment; Water

A measure of the volume of a substance flowing through air within a fixed period of time. With regard to indoor air, refers to the amount of air, in cubic feet, that is exchanged with outdoor air in ...

cullet

Natural environment; Water

Crushed glass.

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