Glossary N
Deutsch: Stickstoff / Español: Nitrógeno / Português: Azoto / Français: Azote / Italiano: Azoto
Nitrogen, symbol N, is the chemical element of atomic number 7. At room temperature, it is a gas of diatomic molecules and is colorless and odorless. Nitrogen is a common element in the universe, estimated at about seventh in total abundance in our galaxy and the Solar System. On Earth, the element is primarily found as the free element; it forms about 80% of the Earth's atmosphere.
Deutsch: Stickstofffixierung / Español: Fijación de nitrógeno / Português: Fixação de nitrogênio / Français: Fixation de l'azote / Italiano: Fissazione dell'azoto /
A nitrogen fixation is the process in which Bacteria convert biologically unusable nitrogen gas (N2) into biologically usable ammonia (NH3) and Nitrates (NO3-).Deutsch: Stickoxide / Español: Óxidos de nitrógeno / Português: Óxidos de nitrogênio / Français: Oxydes d'azote / Italiano: Ossidi di azoto /
Nitrogen oxides are harmful gases (which contribute to Acid rain and global warming) emitted as a Byproduct of fossil fuel combustion.
Deutsch: Lärm / Español: Ruido / Português: Ruído / Français: Bruit / Italiano: Rumore
Noise in the environment context refers to unwanted or harmful sounds that can have adverse effects on human health, wildlife, and the quality of life. Environmental noise is a prevalent issue in many parts of the world, particularly in urban areas, where it originates from various sources such as traffic, industrial activities, construction sites, and public events. The impact of noise pollution extends beyond mere annoyance, potentially leading to more serious health and environmental consequences.