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Hydro (/ˈhaɪdroʊ/; from Greek: ὕδωρ, "water") is a prefix used in many words to denote a relation to water.
Etymology
The term "hydro" is derived from the ancient Greek word "ὕδωρ" (hýdōr), which means water. It is commonly used in the scientific and medical fields to denote a relation to water or the presence of water.
Related Terms
- Hydrotherapy: The use of water in the treatment of different conditions, including arthritis and related rheumatic complaints.
- Hydrology: The scientific study of the movement, distribution, and management of water in the Earth's atmosphere, surface and soil.
- Hydrocephalus: A condition in which an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) occurs within the brain. This typically causes increased pressure inside the skull.
- Hydrogen: A chemical element with symbol H and atomic number 1. It is the lightest and most abundant chemical substance in the universe, constituting roughly 75% of its elemental mass.
- Hydroelectric: Relating to or denoting the generation of electricity using flowing or falling water (typically from a reservoir held behind a dam or other barrier) to drive a turbine which powers a generator.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hydro
- Wikipedia's article - Hydro
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