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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finding of no significant impact

Natural environment; Water

A document prepared by a federal agency showing why a proposed action would not have a significant impact on the environment and thus would not require preparation of an Environmental Impact ...

fix a sample

Natural environment; Water

A sample is "fixed" in the field by adding chemicals that prevent water quality indicators of interest in the sample from changing before laboratory measurements are made.

fixed-location monitoring

Natural environment; Water

Sampling of an environmental or ambient medium for pollutant concentration at one location continuously or repeatedly.

flammable

Natural environment; Water

Any material that ignites easily and will burn rapidly.

flare

Natural environment; Water

A control device that burns hazardous materials to prevent their release into the environment; may operate continuously or intermittently, usually on top of a stack.