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algicide

Natural environment; General

Substance or chemical used specifically to kill or control algae.

alkaline

Natural environment; General

The condition of water or soil which contains a sufficient amount of alkali substance to raise the pH above 7.0.

alkalinity

Natural environment; General

The capacity of bases to neutralize acids. An example is lime added to lakes to decrease acidity.

allergen

Natural environment; General

A substance that causes an allergic reaction in individuals sensitive to it.

alluvial

Natural environment; General

Relating to and/or sand deposited by flowing water.

alternate method

Natural environment; General

Any method of sampling and analyzing for an air or water pollutant that is not a reference or equivalent method but that has been demonstrated in specific cases-to EPA's satisfaction-to produce ...

alternative compliance

Natural environment; General

A policy that allows facilities to choose among methods for achieving emission-reduction or risk-reduction instead of command-and control regulations that specify standards and how to meet them. Use ...

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