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Water clarity is primarily measured in terms of turbidity. Turbidity refers to the cloudiness or haziness of a fluid caused by large numbers of individual particles that are generally invisible to the naked eye. These particles can include silt, clay, organic matter, and microorganisms. When water is clear, it means that there are few such particles scattered throughout the volume of water, allowing for greater light penetration.

Turbidity is quantified using a turbidity meter or similar devices, where measurements are typically expressed in Nephelometric Turbidity Units (NTU). The lower the NTU, the clearer the water. This measurement is important for maintaining pool safety and hygiene, as clear water is a good indicator of proper filtration and chemical balance in swimming pools.

The other options—acidity, conductivity, and salinity—are related to different water quality parameters. Acidity refers to the pH level of the water, conductivity relates to the ion concentration in water that indicates its ability to conduct electricity, and salinity measures the concentration of salts in the water. None of these directly correspond to the visual clarity of the water, which is why turbidity is the appropriate measure for assessing water clarity.