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aquatic

[uh-kwat-ik, uh-kwot-] / əˈkwæt ɪk, əˈkwɒt- /


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The new findings add another dimension to this picture by showing that many aquatic and terrestrial animals also carry enzymes capable of breaking down PHAs.

From Science Daily Aug. 17, 2026

Microbial PHAs are found naturally in soils, sediments, and aquatic environments around the world.

From Science Daily Aug. 17, 2026

A specialised aquatic rescue unit was airlifted to the area to aid in the search, the CPU said.

From Barron's Aug. 12, 2026

Low flows exacerbate pressure on water supplies and irrigation, aquatic ecosystems, river transport and energy production.

From BBC Aug. 10, 2026

It is an antique term for physician, and also for the aquatic worm sanguisugus, used for leeching.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas




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