Hydrologic Imagery Visualization and Information System. HIVIS is a web-based tool that allows users to view and explore hydrologic imagery from the USGS.
A seasoned surface is hydrophobic and highly attractive to oils and fats used for cooking. These form a layer that prevents foods, which typically contain water, from touching and cooking onto the hydrophilic metallic cooking surface underneath. These properties are useful when frying, roasting and baking.
