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The Chemistry of Processes in the Hydrosphere

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Water is by far the most abundant liquid on Earth. It comprises between 70% and 90% of the weight of living organisms and covers nearly 71% of the Earth’s surface. It is obvious that without liquid water, life as we know it would not be possible.

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(2007). The Chemistry of Processes in the Hydrosphere. In: Environmental Chemistry. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-31435-8_6

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