Glossary C
Deutsch: Ursache / Español: Causa / Português: Causa / Français: Cause / Italiano: Causa /
A "cause" refers to the underlying reason or factor that leads to an environmental issue or problem.
Deutsch: Celsius / Español: Celsius / Português: Celsius / Français: Celsius / Italiano: Celsius
In the environmental context, Celsius refers to a temperature scale used to measure and report temperatures related to weather, climate conditions, and environmental phenomena. Named after the Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius, it is a metric scale in which the freezing point of water is 0°C and the boiling point is 100°C at sea level atmospheric pressure. This scale is widely used around the world for scientific as well as daily weather reporting purposes.
Deutsch: Zementbindemittel / Español: Aglutinante de cemento / Português: Aglomerante de cimento / Français: Liant hydraulique / Italiano: Legante cementizio
A cement binder is a fundamental component in construction materials, serving as the primary agent that facilitates the hardening and cohesion of mixtures such as concrete, mortar, and grout. Its role extends beyond mere structural integrity, as it significantly influences the environmental footprint of building practices, particularly in terms of carbon emissions and resource consumption. The interplay between performance requirements and sustainability goals has led to ongoing innovations in binder technology, aiming to reduce ecological impacts while maintaining mechanical properties.
Deutsch: Friedhof / Español: Cementerio / Português: Cemitério / Français: Cimetière / Italiano: Cimitero
Cemetery in the environmental context refers to a designated area for burying Human remains, often influencing Land use, soil composition, and biodiversity. Cemeteries are cultural and spiritual landmarks that also play a role in ecological dynamics, from habitat creation to the adoption of sustainable burial practices.