English for Science & Nature Glossary of Terms - X

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xanthometer - an instrument for measuring colour of sea or lake water

xeric environment - an environment deficient in moisture; deserts provide xeric environments

xylene - an aromatic hydrocarbon used in gasoline, paints, lacquers, pesticides, gums, resins and adhesives. It is toxic and flammable.