Glossary of Water and Wastewater Terms

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anaerobic (AN-air-O-bick)

A condition in which atmospheric or dissolved oxygen (DO) is not present in the aquatic (water) environment.

algicide (AL-juh-side)

Any substance or chemical specifically formulated to kill or control algae.

flume

An open conduit of wood, masonry, metal, or plastic constructed on a grade and sometimes elevated. Sometimes called an aqueduct or channel. Also see Parshall flume.

cohesive (ko-HE-sive)

Sticking together; causing or characterized by cohesion.

teratogenic (TAIR-uh-toe-JEN-ick)

Any substance that tends to disturb the growth and development of an embryo or fetus.