Glossary D
A Dermal Absorption /Penetration is the process by which a chemical penetrates the skin and enters the body as an internal dose.
A Dermal Toxicity is the ability of a Pesticide or toxic chemical to poison people or animals by contact with the skin. (See: contact pesticide.)
Deutsch: Wüste / Español: Desierto / Português: Deserto / Français: Désert / Italiano: Deserto
Desert in the environmental context refers to a biome characterised by arid conditions, receiving minimal Precipitation—typically less than 250 mm (10 inches) annually. These environments often exhibit extreme temperatures, sparse Vegetation, and unique adaptations in plants and animals to survive the harsh conditions.
A Desertification is the progressive destruction or DEGRADATION of existing vegetative Cover to form desert. This can occur due to overgrazing, deforestation, drought, and the burning
A design-based is Statistical inferences using methodology based on the sampling design. Such inferences derive their properties from the design protocols.