Glossary S

The Environmental Glossary. Letter S +++ Popular Articles: 'Soil', 'Social Accountability 8000', 'Substance'

A specific conductance is a measure of the ability of water to conduct an electrical current as measured using a 1-cm cell and expressed in units of electrical conductance, i.e., Siemens per centimeter at 25 degrees Celsius.

Deutsch: Anatomie der Spinne / Español: Anatomía de la araña / Português: Anatomia da aranha / Français: Anatomie de l'araignée / Italiano: Anatomia del ragno

Spider anatomy in the environmental context refers to the study of the physical structure of spiders, which are vital components of terrestrial ecosystems. Understanding spider anatomy is crucial for comprehending their roles in natural habitats, including their predatory behavior that helps control insect populations, their contribution to pollination, and their use of silk for various purposes, such as creating webs for trapping prey, lining burrows, and protecting eggs.

Deutsch: Spirometrie / Español: Espirometría / Português: Espirometria / Français: Spirométrie / Italiano: Spirometria /

A Spirometry is a medical test that measures how well the lungs exhale. The information gathered during this test is useful in diagnosing certain types of lung disorders, but it is most useful when assessing for obstructive lung diseases (especially asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)).

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.

A Standard operating procedure is a written document which details an operation, analysis, or action whose mechanisms are prescribed thoroughly and which is commonly accepted as the method for performing certain routine or repetitive tasks.

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.

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.

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.

A storm sewer carries only surface runoff, street wash, and snow melt from the land.

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