limnology

(lim näl′ə jē)

noun

the science that deals with the physical, chemical, and biological properties and features of fresh waters, esp. lakes and ponds

Origin: < Gr limnē, marsh, akin to leimōn (see limonite) + -logy

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noun

The scientific study of the life and phenomena of fresh water, especially lakes and ponds.

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Origin: Greek limnē, lake

Origin: + -logy

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