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Hyporheic

Definition:

The term "hyporheic" refers to the subsurface area of sediments and rocks below and adjacent to a stream or river, where water and nutrients from the surface mix with the groundwater.

Examples:

• The hyporheic zone acts as a critical habitat for many aquatic organisms.
• Researchers are studying the hyporheic flow patterns to understand the ecological processes in rivers.
• The hyporheic exchange plays a crucial role in maintaining water quality.

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