Glossary D
English: Droplet / Español: Gotícula / Português: Gota / Français: Gouttelette / Italiano: Gocciolina
Droplet in the environmental context typically refers to a small particle of liquid, often water, that is suspended in the air or deposited on surfaces as part of atmospheric or environmental processes.
The term "drug" refers to pharmaceutical compounds or substances that have the potential to enter the environment and may have adverse effects on ecosystems and organisms. These drugs can be derived from both human and veterinary sources and are typically introduced into the environment through various pathways such as wastewater discharges, agricultural runoff, and improper disposal of pharmaceutical products. While the primary purpose of drugs is to treat or prevent diseases in humans and animals, their presence in the environment has raised concerns due to their potential impacts on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
Deutsch: Trockengebiet / Español: Zona árida / Português: Região árida / Français: Zone aride / Italiano: Zona arida
Dryland in the environmental context refers to regions with low and erratic rainfall, typically receiving less than 500 mm of Precipitation annually. These areas include deserts, semi-arid regions, and grasslands, where Water scarcity heavily influences both natural ecosystems and human activities. Drylands are home to unique Plant and Animal Species adapted to drought conditions, but they are also vulnerable to Degradation due to Climate Change and unsustainable Land use practices.