Glossary M
A measurement endpoint is a measurable ecological Characteristic that is related to the valued Characteristic chosen as the assessment endpoint.
The Measurement Error is the difference between the true or actual state and that which is reported.
Measurement Quality Objectives are the specified performance criteria used in a sampling and analysis plan for indicators such as precision, bias, completeness, etc.
A Mechanical Ventilation is the use of fans, either electric or pneumatic, to ventilate houses.
A Mechanically Ventilated Crawlspace System is a system designed to increase ventilation within a crawlspace,
A medfly is the Mediterranean fruit fly, a flying insect.
A Median is the middle value of a set of values (i.e., half the numbers are less than or equal to the median value). A median is the 50th Percentile of the data.
A megalopolis is a large city expanding so fast that city government cannot adjust to provide services (such as garbage disposal).
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