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The groups pointed out that the study found low IQ associations only at fluoride concentrations more than double those of the current recommendation of 0.7 milligrams per liter.
—Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
Yes, in Indiana, most surface water and groundwater has a natural fluoride concentration of 0.1 - 0.2 milligrams per liter, according to the Indiana Department of Health, which estimates 100,000 Hoosiers receive optimally fluoridated water from private wells.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 5 Nov. 2024
Testing The Waters So far, Amazon Web Services has returned billions of liters of water to countries impacted by climate change, economic hardship and water shortages through its replenishment plans.
—Sanam Mahoozi, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
Editor's tip: For larger areas, the Wellness Humidifier covers up to 500 square feet, holds 1.5 liters of water, and runs for up to 24 hours.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 1 Nov. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
French litre, from Medieval Latin litra, a measure, from Greek, a weight
First Known Use
1797, in the meaning defined above
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“Liter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liter. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
liter
noun
li·ter
variants
or litre
ˈlēt-ər
: a metric unit of capacity equal to one cubic decimeter see metric system
Medical Definition
liter
noun
li·ter
variants
or chiefly British litre
: a metric unit of capacity equal to the volume of one kilogram of water at 4°C (39°F) and at standard atmospheric pressure of 760 millimeters of mercury
More from Merriam-Webster on liter
Nglish: Translation of liter for Spanish Speakers
Britannica English: Translation of liter for Arabic Speakers
Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about liter
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