Clean Water Act
Clean Water Act: A federal law that protects the quality of surface water in the United States. The Clean Water Act requires businesses and municipalities to obtain a permit before discharging pollutants into waterways.
Glossary Category:
cocoon
Cocoon: A cocoon is a protective covering that is often used to protect delicate items or organisms during their development or metamorphosis. In many cases, the term cocoon is used specifically to refer to the silken protective casing spun by certain types of caterpillars as they undergo metamorphosis into moths or butterflies. The word cocoon can also be used more generally to refer to any type of protective covering.
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR): The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) is the codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the federal government of the United States. The CFR is divided into 50 titles that represent broad areas subject to federal regulation.
cohort
Cohort: A cohort is a group of individuals who share a common characteristic or experience within a defined period of time. Cohorts are often used in social and behavioral sciences research in order to study changes or differences in groups over time.
cole crop
Cole crop: A cole crop is a plant in the Brassica family, which includes cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, and Brussels sprouts. Cole crops are characterized by their thick, fleshy leaves and are typically grown for their edible heads.
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