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Virus Small intracellular parasites that contain RNA or DNA genome bounded by
a protein coat
Viscosity Fluid property that relates the resistant to gradual deformation
Void ratio Ratio between the voids and solids
Volatile Substance that evaporates readily
Volcanic eruption Outbreak of volcano
Volt Units of electric potential
Volume reduction (in the context of solid waste) Processing waste to decrease
the volume
Volumetric strain The change in volume divided by the original volume
Wastewater Water let out after use from community, home, farm, institution, or
industry
Water contaminant A potentially harmful substance that is present in water
Water pollution Presence of substances in water bodies at concentrations greater
than their usual levels that affect biotic and abiotic component of environment
significantly
Zoonosis Ailment that occurs usually in animals that is transmitted to people
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