Glossary A

An Aromatic is applied to a group of Hydrocarbons and their derivatives characterized by the presence of the benzene ring.

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An Aromatics is a type of hydrocarbon, such as benzene or toluene, with a specific type of ring structure. Aromatics are sometimes added to gasoline in order to increase octane. Some

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Deutsch: Array / Español: Array / Português: Array / Français: Array / Italiano: Array /

An Array is a number of photovoltaic modules electrically connected to produce a single electrical output

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Arsenic is a highly poisonous semi-metallic element. According to a 1999 study by the National Academy of Sciences, arsenic can cause bladder, lung, and skin cancer and may cause kidney and liver cancer.

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Arsenicals are Pesticides containing arsenic.

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- Artesian (Aquifer or Well) : An Artesian (Aquifer or Well) is Water held under pressure in porous Rock or soil confined by impermeable geological formations.

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An artesian water is Ground Water that is under pressure when tapped by a well and is able to rise above the level at which it is first encountered.

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Deutsch: Artikel / Español: Artículo / Português: Artigo / Français: Article / Italiano: Articolo

Article in the environmental context refers to a written piece of work that discusses, analyzes, or reports on topics related to environmental science, policy, issues, or practices. These articles are found in various forms of media, including scientific journals, magazines, newspapers, blogs, and online platforms, and they play a critical role in disseminating information, raising awareness, and influencing public opinion and policy on environmental matters.

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An Artificial Insemination (AI) is Placing semen into the female reproductive tract (usually the cervix or uterus) by means other than natural service.

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