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quebracho a South American tree that is a source of tannin extract, which was extensively used as a thinning agent for drilling mud, but is seldom used today.
quicklime calcium oxide, used in certain oil-base muds to neutralize the organic acid.
quiescence the state of being quiet or at rest (being still). Static.
   

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