Water

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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saturation

Natural environment; Water

The condition of a liquid when it has taken into solution the maximum possible quantity of a given substance.

water well

Natural environment; Water

any artificial excavation constructed for the purpose of exploring for or producing ground water.

confluent growth

Natural environment; Water

A continuous bacterial growth covering all or part of the filtration area of a membrane filter in which the bacteria colonies are not discrete.

grassed waterway

Natural environment; Water

natural or constructed watercourse or outlet that is shaped or graded and planted in suitable vegetation for the disposal of runoff water without erosion.

navigational water use

Natural environment; Water

Water utilized as a means of commercial (and sometimes recreational) transportation. Includes water used to lift a vessel in a lock, or maintain a navigable channel level. Navigational water use is ...