Glossary D
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A Diluent is any liquid or solid material used to dilute or carry an active ingredient.
Deutsch: Dimension / Español: Dimensión / Português: Dimensão / Français: Dimension / Italiano: Dimensione
Dimension in the environment context refers to a measurable aspect, property, or factor that characterizes the state, quality, or Behavior of environmental systems. This concept is broad and can encompass various scales, elements, and perspectives, including physical, biological, chemical, social, and economic aspects. Dimensions are used to analyze and understand the complexity of environmental issues, allowing for a more comprehensive approach to studying, managing, and solving these issues.
A Dimictic is Lakes and reservoirs that freeze over and normally go through two stratifications and two mixing cycles a year.
A Dinoseb is a Herbicide that is also used as a fungicide and insecticide. It was banned by EPA in 1986 because it posed the risk of birth defects and sterility.