Glossary S
Sourcing in the environmental context refers to the practice of obtaining materials, products, or services in a way that considers their environmental impact. This encompasses the entire supply chain, from the extraction of raw materials to production processes, transportation, and final delivery. Environmental sourcing aims to minimize negative impacts on ecosystems, reduce carbon footprints, and promote the conservation of Natural resources. It often involves choosing suppliers and materials that adhere to principles of sustainability, such as renewable resources, energy efficiency, and minimal use of hazardous substances.
A sovereign state in the environmental context refers to a country that possesses full independence and authority over its territory, including the capacity to enter into relations with other states and the responsibility to manage its natural resources and environmental policies independently.
Deutsch: Sojabohne / Español: Soja / Português: Soja / Français: Soja / Italiano: Soia
Soybean in the environmental context refers to the Cultivation, production, and global trade of soybeans and their significant Impact on ecosystems. While soybeans are a highly versatile and protein-rich crop used for various purposes including food products, animal feed, and biofuel, their large-scale production is often associated with environmental concerns such as deforestation, biodiversity loss, and greenhouse gas emissions.
Deutsch: Spatz / Español: Gorrión / Português: Pardal / Français: Moineau / Italiano: Passero
Sparrow refers to small passerine birds belonging to the family Passeridae. In the environmental context, sparrows play important roles in ecosystems, acting as seed dispersers, insect controllers, and indicators of environmental health.
Special Nuclear Material (SNM) is defined in 10 CFR 20.1003 as "(1) Plutonium, uranium-233, uranium enriched in the isotope 233 or in isotope 235, and any other material that the NRC, pursuant to the provisions of section 51 of the AEA, determines to be SNM, but does not include source material; (2) or any material artificially enriched by any of the foregoing but does not include source material."
Deutsch: Art / Español: Especie / Português: Espécie / Français: Espèce / Italiano: Specie /
Species refers to a fundamental concept in the environmental context, representing a distinct category of living organisms capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offspring under natural conditions. In the context of biodiversity and ecosystems, the term plays a pivotal role in understanding the diversity of life on Earth. It is critical for assessing ecological relationships, conserving natural habitats, and comprehending the intricate web of life that sustains our planet's ecosystems.
Deutsch: Artenvielfalt / Español: diversidad de especies / Português: diversidade de espécies / Français: diversité des espèces / Italiano: diversità delle specie
Species diversity in the environmental context refers to the variety of species within a particular region or ecosystem. It is a key component of biodiversity, encompassing both the number of different species (species richness) and the relative abundance of each species (species evenness).
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: Verschüttung / Español: Derrame / Português: Derramamento / Français: Déversement / Italiano: Sversamento
Spill in the environmental context refers to the unintentional release of substances—such as oil, chemicals, or hazardous materials—into the Environment. These spills can have significant negative impacts on ecosystems, Human health, and the Economy, depending on the type, quantity, and location of the release.