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Select the word or phrase that best matches the definition or example.
-Japanese city that was destroyed by an atomic bomb developed by the United States in 1945.As many as 80,000 inhabitants perished almost instantly from the force and intense heat of the explosion.It is estimated that by 1950,as many as 200,000 additional victims had succumbed to their injuries,especially burns and the terrible effects of radiation.Cancer and genetic deformations caused by exposure to radiation continue to affect survivors and their descendants today.


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Dissolved Oxygen

The amount of oxygen that is present in water, important for the survival of aquatic life and the health of water ecosystems.

Coastal Wetlands

Ecologically rich areas located at the interface between land and sea, known for buffering coastal storms and providing habitat for numerous species.

Waterborne Pollutants

Contaminants that are carried into streams, rivers, lakes, and oceans, typically from runoff, affecting water quality and ecosystem health.

Limestone Production

The process of extracting and processing limestone to use in building materials, agriculture, and industry.

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