ScienceAugust 21, 2026

slurry

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Definition

A watery mixture of insoluble matter, in this context specifically referring to the liquid waste produced by livestock.

Etymology

Originating from the Middle English 'slory,' meaning muddy or miry, it is likely related to Middle Dutch or Low German terms describing thin mud or slush.

In the news

The article mentions that hog farmers are turning pig slurry into electricity through anaerobic digestion. This process allows them to monetize agricultural waste by powering AI data centers.

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