Glossary of Water and Wastewater Terms
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z5 random terms from our glossary
proteinaceous (PRO-ten-NAY-shus)
Materials containing proteins, which are organic compounds containing nitrogen.
sheave
V-belt drive pulley, which is commonly made of cast iron or steel.
wire-to-water efficiency
The combined efficiency of a pump and motor together. Also called the overall efficiency.
GIS
See geographic information system.
mineral
Any substance that is neither animal nor plant. Minerals include sand, salt, iron, calcium, and nutrients.