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Urban runoff in AP Environmental Science

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Definition

Urban runoff refers to the excess water that flows over the surface of urban areas, such as roads, parking lots, and rooftops, after rainfall or snowmelt. This runoff often carries pollutants like oil, chemicals, and debris into nearby bodies of water.

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Topic 5.13: Methods to Reduce Urban Runoff

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