Glossary P
Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs), in the environmental context, refer to naturally occurring or synthetically produced compounds that influence the growth and development of plants. These substances can mimic plant hormones or interfere with their natural balance, thereby affecting processes such as germination, flowering, fruiting, and aging. While PGRs are widely used in agriculture and horticulture to improve crop yields and quality, their impact on the environment and non-target plant species is a subject of ongoing research and discussion.
Deutsch: Plantae / Español: Plantae / Português: Plantae / Français: Plantae / Italiano: Plantae
Plantae is the taxonomic kingdom comprising all living or extinct plants. In the context of the environment, Plantae encompasses a wide variety of organisms that play crucial roles in ecosystems, including oxygen production, carbon sequestration, and serving as the foundational component of many food webs.
Deutsch: Saat / Español: Siembra / Français: Semis / Italiano: Semina
In the environmental context, "planting" refers to the act of sowing or placing seeds, seedlings, or plants into the ground to establish vegetation. Planting plays a crucial role in environmental conservation, ecosystem restoration, landscaping, agriculture, and various other practices. It contributes to biodiversity conservation, soil stabilization, carbon sequestration, and the overall health of ecosystems. Let's explore the significance of planting in the environment with several examples and examine some similar activities.
Deutsch: Plasmodium spp. / Español: Plasmodium spp. / Português: Plasmodium spp. / Français: Plasmodium spp. / Italiano: Plasmodium spp.
Plasmodium spp. refers to a genus of protozoan parasites, best known for causing malaria in humans. These parasites are a significant concern in the environmental context due to their complex life cycle, which involves transmission between mosquito vectors and vertebrate hosts, primarily humans. Understanding the ecology of Plasmodium spp. is crucial for managing and controlling malaria, one of the most severe public health challenges globally.
Deutsch: Plastik / Español: Plástico / Português: Plástico / Français: Plastique / Italiano: Plastica /
In the environmental context, 'plastic' refers to a versatile and synthetic material that is widely used in various industries and daily life. It is made from polymers, which are large molecules composed of repeating subunits.