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Stratospheric ozone
Deutsch: Stratosphärenozon / Español: ozono estratosférico / Português: ozônio estratosférico / Français: ozone stratosphérique / Italiano: ozono stratosferico
Stratospheric ozone, commonly referred to as the ozone layer, is a layer of ozone molecules (O₃) located in the Earth's stratosphere, approximately 10 to 50 kilometers (6 to 31 miles) above the planet's surface. This layer plays a crucial role in protecting life on Earth by absorbing the majority of the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Sustainable Fishing
Deutsch: Nachhaltige Fischerei / Español: Pesca sostenible / Português: Pesca sustentável / Français: Pêche durable / Italiano: Pesca sostenibile
Sustainable fishing refers to the practice of catching fish and other marine resources in a way that ensures the long-term viability of the species and the ecosystem. It aims to balance the needs of the fishing industry with the preservation of marine biodiversity. This approach is crucial for maintaining healthy ocean ecosystems and supporting the livelihoods of communities dependent on fishing.
Sulphur
Sulphur in the environmental context refers to a chemical element with the symbol 'S' and atomic number 16. It is a naturally occurring element found in various forms in the environment and is an essential element for life. In environmental discussions, sulphur is often associated with its compounds, particularly sulfur dioxide (SO2) and hydrogen sulfide (H2S), which can have both beneficial and detrimental effects on ecosystems and human health.
Spoonful
Deutsch: Löffelvoll / Español: Cucharada / Português: Colherada / Français: Cuillerée / Italiano: Cucchiaiata
Spoonful in the environmental context is often used as a metaphorical or practical measure representing small, precise quantities of substances that can significantly impact ecosystems or environmental processes. This term may describe amounts of chemicals, nutrients, pollutants, or other materials whose effects are disproportionate to their size in environmental systems.
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