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Record 1 2020-05-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Scientific Instruments
  • Hydrology and Hydrography
  • Environmental Studies and Analyses
DEF

A hydroacoustic current meter similar to a sonar, used to measure water current velocities over a depth range using the Doppler effect of sound waves scattered back from particles within the water column.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Instruments scientifiques
  • Hydrologie et hydrographie
  • Études et analyses environnementales
DEF

Instrument utilisé pour mesurer la vitesse du courant de l'eau.

Spanish

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