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Barrier
Island: A wave-built deposit of mainly sand, raised above sea level by constructive wave action and separated from the shore by a bay or estuary.
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Best management practices
A method, activity, maintenance procedure, or other management practice for reducing the amount of pollution entering a water body.
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bivalve
An aquatic invertebrate animal of the class Bivalvia. Bivalves, such as clams and oysters, have two shells (valves) and most are filter feeders.
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citizen
An inhabitant of one of the municipalities of Ocean County; one who is entitled to the rights and privileges of such residence.
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contaminant
A substance that is not naturally present in the environment or is present in amounts that can, in sufficient concentration, adversely affect the environment.
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Degradation
Diminution or reduction of value or quality.
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estuarine
Of, relating to, formed, or living within an estuary.
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Habitat
The area or type of environment in which an organism or biological population normally lives or occurs.
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Land Use
The way land is developed and used in terms of the types of activities allowed (agriculture, residences, industries, etc.) and the size of buildings and structures permitted.
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Source
Pollution: Pollution that enters water from dispersed and uncontrolled sources rather than through pipes. Nonpoint sources (e.g., surface runoff, on-site sewage disposal and recreational boats) contribute pathogens, suspended solids and nutrients. The cumulative effects of nonpoint source pollution can be significant.
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