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Water
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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low-flow showerhead
Natural environment; Water
A showerhead that requires 2.5 gallons of water per minute or less, as compared to the 4.5 gallons of water required by most older standard showerheads.
recharge zone
Natural environment; Water
the area where a formation allows available water to enter the aquifer. Generally, that area where the Edwards Aquifer and associated limestones crop out in Kinney, Uvalde, Medina, Bexar, Comal, ...
flash flood warning
Natural environment; Water
Issued by the National Weather Service to warn citizens that flash flooding has been reported or is imminent, and to take necessary precautions to protect lives and property.
low-flush toilet
Natural environment; Water
A toilet that requires 1.6 gallons of water per flush or less, as compared to the 3.5-5 gallons of water required to flush most older standard toilets.
