turbidity
/tɜrˈbɪdɪti/
noun
- The cloudiness or haziness of a liquid caused by large numbers of tiny particles that are usually invisible to the naked eye.
- High turbidity in a lake can block sunlight and harm aquatic plants.
- Water treatment plants measure turbidity to ensure the water is safe to drink.
- The turbidity of the river increased after the heavy rain washed soil into the water.
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