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Turbidity is a
measure of the suspended inorganic and organic particulate matter in the
water. Turbidity measures how much the matter scatters and absorbs light.
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Turbidity is increased by
increasing mineral concentration and plankton biomass in the water.
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Color: Measured by the
amount of light scattered by organic and particulate matter in the water.
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Conductivity: The
ability of water to conduct electrical current
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Dependent on the
concentration and dissociation of dissolved ions in the water.
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