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Subdivision 1. Applicability. For purposes of sections 116.21 to 116.35, the terms defined in this section shall have the meanings given them.
Subd. 2. Chemical water conditioner. “Chemical water conditioner” means a water softening chemical, antiscale chemical, corrosion inhibitor or other substance intended to be used to treat water.
Subd. 3. Cleaning agent. “Cleaning agent” means a laundry detergent, dishwashing compound, household cleaner, metal cleaner, degreasing compound, commercial cleaner, industrial cleaner, phosphate compound or other substance intended to be used for cleaning purposes.
Subd. 4. Nutrient. “Nutrient” means a substance or combination of substances which, if added to waters in sufficient quantities, provides nourishment that promotes growth of aquatic vegetation in densities which:
(1) interfere with use of the waters by humans or by any animal, fish or plant useful to humans, or
(2) contribute to degradation or alteration of the quality of the waters to an extent detrimental to their use by humans or by any animal, fish or plant that is useful to humans.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Minnesota Statutes Environmental Protection (Ch. 114C-116I) § 116.22. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2018 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mn/environmental-protection-ch-114c-116i/mn-st-sect-116-22/
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