Meaning of the word "water column" in English
What does "water column" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
water column
US /ˈwɔː.t̬ɚ ˌkɑː.ləm/
UK /ˈwɔː.tə ˌkɒl.əm/
Noun
a conceptual column of water from the surface of a sea, river, or lake to the bottom sediment
Example:
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Scientists study the water column to understand how nutrients move through the ocean.
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Pollutants can be found at different depths within the water column.
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