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sludge worms  

Definition

  • Sludge worms are freshwater sediment-dwelling worms known for their resistance and adaptation to polluted environments. They are often used as an indicator of watercourse toxicity. [Source: Encyclopedia of Consumption and Waste: The Social Science of Garbage; Sludge Worms]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-Z50FX7ZK-D

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