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Deutsch: Asien / Español: Asia / Português: Ásia / Français: Asie / Italiano: Asia
Asia is the largest and most populous continent on Earth, playing a pivotal role in global environmental dynamics. Its vast landmass encompasses a wide range of ecosystems, from tropical rainforests and deserts to mountainous regions and coastal zones. Asia faces numerous environmental challenges, such as deforestation, water scarcity, pollution, and the impacts of climate change, making it a critical region for both environmental conservation and global sustainability efforts.
Deutsch: Aspekt / Español: Aspecto / Português: Aspecto / Français: Aspect / Italiano: Aspetto
Aspect in the environment context refers to a specific feature, characteristic, or factor of the natural world or environmental issues. It encompasses the various dimensions through which we understand and interact with the environment, including physical, biological, social, economic, and political perspectives. These aspects are crucial for analyzing environmental conditions, identifying challenges, and devising strategies for sustainable management and conservation.
Deutsch: ASPEN-Modell / Español: Modelo ASPEN / Português: Modelo ASPEN / Français: Modèle ASPEN / Italiano: Modello ASPEN
An ASPEN (Assessment System for Population Exposure Nationwide) model is a computer simulation model used to estimate toxic air pollutant concentrations.
German: Asphalt
Asphalt is a hard, black petroleum-based material used to pave roads. Asphalt can be mixed with recycled tires to make roads last longer.
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