Glossary S
Deutsch: Stabilisierung / Español: Estabilización / Português: Estabilização / Français: Stabilisation / Italiano: Stabilizzazione
Stabilization in the environmental context refers to the processes and methods used to prevent or reduce further degradation of ecosystems, land, soil, water, or structures. It involves the implementation of techniques to maintain environmental equilibrium, mitigate negative impacts from human activity, or restore degraded areas to a stable, sustainable state. Environmental stabilization is essential in combating issues like soil erosion, land degradation, waste management, and climate change.
Deutsch: Standard / Español: Estándar / Português: Padrão / Français: Standard / Italiano: Standard /
In the context of the environment, "standard" can refer to a benchmark or guideline that is used to measure or regulate the impact of human activities on the natural world.
Deutsch: Standardabweichung / Español: Desviación estándar / Português: Desvio padrão / Français: Écart type / Italiano: Deviazione standard
Standard Deviation is a statistical measure that indicates the amount of variation or Dispersion within a set of data. In the environmental context, it helps quantify the variability in environmental measurements, such as temperature, rainfall, pollution levels, or biodiversity. By analyzing standard deviation, scientists can better understand how consistent or variable environmental data are, allowing for more accurate predictions, trend analyses, and decision-making in areas like climate science, resource management, and pollution control.
Deutsch: Startup / Português: Startup / Italiano: Startup
Start-up in the environmental context refers to a newly established company or organization that focuses on innovative solutions, products, or services aimed at addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainability. These companies often leverage technology, research, and creative approaches to tackle pressing environmental issues.
The State Implementation Plan (SIP) is a detailed description of the programs a state will use to carry out its responsibilities under the Clean Air Act.
Deutsch: Stationäre Phase / Español: Fase estacionaria / Português: Fase estacionária / Français: Phase stationnaire / Italiano: Fase stazionaria
Stationary phase in the environmental context primarily refers to a stage in the life cycle of populations, ecosystems, or microbial cultures where growth rates slow down and stabilize, reaching a Balance between resource availability and population size. This concept is critical for understanding how populations adapt to the carrying capacity of their environment and the implications for sustainability and resource management.
A Statistical control chart (Shewhart control chart) is a graphical chart with statistical control limits and plotted values (for some applications in chronological order) of some measured parameter for a series of samples.
Deutsch: Stichprobe / Español: Muestra estadística / Português: Amostra estatística / Français: Échantillon statistique / Italiano: Campione statistico
Statistical sample in the environmental context refers to a subset of data or a collection of samples from a larger population within an environmental study. This concept is crucial for conducting research and assessments in environmental science, as it allows scientists to make inferences about larger ecosystems or populations based on the properties of the smaller, manageable subset.
Deutsch: Stahl / Español: Acero / Português: Aço / Français: Acier / Italiano: Acciaio /
In the environmental context, "steel" refers to a versatile and widely used material that has both positive and negative implications for the environment. Steel is an alloy primarily composed of iron and carbon, along with small amounts of other elements. It is known for its strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion, making it a preferred material in various industries and applications.