Turbidity is a measure of the relative clarity of a liquid. It is an optical characteristic of water and is an expression of the amount of light that is scattered by material in the water when a light is shined through the water sample. The higher the intensity of scattered light, the higher the turbidity. Water can become turbid due to several factors:
: In industrial areas, turbid water can be a sign of oil accidents, sewage spills, or chemical discharges. Agua turbia
: Algae blooms can also cause water to appear hazy and green. Environmental and Social Impact Turbidity is a measure of the relative clarity of a liquid
: Construction, dredging, and industrial discharges often introduce suspended solids like clay, silt, and organic matter into ecosystems. and organic matter into ecosystems.