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Regional interpretation of waterquality monitoring data richard a. Water quality data emphasizes the interpretation of a water analysis or a. Graphical interpretation of water quality data springerlink. What method can be used to analyze water quality data. Statistical methods in water resources techniques of water. Statistical summary of waterquality conditions and trends, 197481, at.
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