Limnology
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-006603
The scientific study of inland waters, encompassing both freshwater and saline systems such as lakes, rivers, ponds, and wetlands. This interdisciplinary field investigates the physical, chemical, biological, and geological characteristics of these aquatic environments. It includes the study of water quality, aquatic organisms, and the interactions between them and their surrounding ecosystems.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-006603 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry and Human Health |
| References | PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 906 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09) |
| See also | Habitat |
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