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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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by-product
Natural environment; Water
Material, other than the principal product, generated as a consequence of an industrial process or as a breakdown product in a living system.
cancellation
Natural environment; Water
Refers to Section 6 (b) of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) which authorizes cancellation of a pesticide registration if unreasonable adverse effects to the environment ...
cap
Natural environment; Water
A layer of clay, or other impermeable material installed over the top of a closed landfill to prevent entry of rainwater and minimize leachate.
capacity assurance plan
Natural environment; Water
A statewide plan which supports a state's ability to manage the hazardous waste generated within its boundaries over a twenty year period.
capillary fringe
Natural environment; Water
The zone above he water table within which the porous medium is saturated by water under less than atmospheric pressure.
capture efficiency
Natural environment; Water
The fraction of organic vapors generated by a process that are directed to an abatement or recovery device.
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