Parameter Name
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-020208
1. A parameter name is a specific state reported impairment cause. This cause is reported directly to EPA and then grouped into parameter groups with similar causes. These parameter groups are then converted to public friendly terms for How’s My Waterway.
2. The name of the characteristic being monitored and assessed. The dropdown list contains only active (non-retired) Parameter Names.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-020208 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | Water |
| References | How's My Waterway Glossary; Expert Query Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-ENV-020208",
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"definition": "1. A parameter name is a specific state reported impairment cause. This cause is reported directly to EPA and then grouped into parameter groups with similar causes. These parameter groups are then converted to public friendly terms for How’s My Waterway.\n\n2. The name of the characteristic being monitored and assessed. The dropdown list contains only active (non-retired) Parameter Names.",
"subject": "Water",
"references": [
"How's My Waterway Glossary",
"Expert Query Glossary"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/parameter-name/"
}
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