Glossary R
Deutsch: Rezeptor / Español: Receptor / Português: Receptor / Français: Récepteur / Italiano: Recettore
Receptor in the environmental context refers to any living organism, community, or ecosystem that is exposed to and potentially affected by pollutants, environmental stressors, or chemical substances. Receptors receive and respond to environmental inputs, which can include chemicals, radiation, or physical disturbances, and their response can help assess the impact and risks associated with environmental changes or pollution.
recess are ending a legislative session with a set time to reconvene.
A reclaimed wastewater is treated wastewater that can be used for beneficial purposes, such as irrigating certain plants.
A Reclaimed water is Wastewater that is treated and reused to supplement water supplies (USEPA, l991a).
A Record is a completed document that provides evidence of an item or process, e.g., photographs, drawings, magnetic tape, and other data recording media.