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turbidity

[/tɜːrˈbɪdɪti/]
nounfemininepl: turbidities
turbidez
1. The state or quality of being turbid; cloudiness or murkiness of a liquid caused by suspended particles
The turbidity of the water increased after the storm due to sediment.
A turbidez da água aumentou após a tempestade devido ao sedimento.
2. In scientific contexts, a measure of the cloudiness or haziness of a fluid, typically measured in units such as NTU (Nephelometric Turbidity Units)
The water treatment facility monitors turbidity levels to ensure water quality.
A estação de tratamento de água monitora os níveis de turbidez para garantir a qualidade da água.
Synonyms
cloudinessmurkinessopacityhaziness
Antonyms
claritytransparencytranslucencelucidity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
turbidez
Standard term used in environmental and scientific contexts
Portugal
turvação
Alternative term used in Portuguese Portuguese; turbidez is also accepted

Related Idioms & Phrases

murky waters (figurative: unclear or questionable situations)
cloudy judgment (figurative: impaired decision-making)
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