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Deutsch: Temperaturakklimatisation / Español: Aclimatación a la temperatura / Português: Aclimatação à temperatura / Français: Acclimatation à la température / Italiano: Acclimatazione alla temperatura
Temperature acclimatization in the environmental context refers to the physiological and behavioral adjustments made by organisms to cope with changes in ambient temperature. This adaptive process allows species to maintain optimal body function and survival in their habitats, which can vary widely in temperature due to seasonal changes, geographical location, or climate change. Temperature acclimatization can involve changes in Metabolism, heart rate, blood flow, and Behaviors such as seeking shade or sun, burrowing, and altering activity levels.
Deutsch: Termite / Español: Termita / Português: Cupim / Français: Termite / Italiano: Termite
Termite in the environment context refers to a group of eusocial insects known for their role in decomposing cellulose and contributing to nutrient cycling in ecosystems. These insects are often considered pests due to their ability to damage wooden structures, but they also play vital ecological roles in natural habitats.
Tetrachloride is a chemical compound consisting of four chlorine atoms. It is commonly used as a prefix in the names of various compounds, often related to environmental and industrial applications. Tetrachlorides are notable for their presence and impact on the environment. These compounds can have both positive and negative effects, depending on their specific applications and concentrations. Below, we explore the various aspects of tetrachlorides in the context of the environment.
Deutsch: Textur / Español: Textura / Português: Textura / Français: Texture / Italiano: Textura
Texture in the environmental context often refers to the physical composition and feel of soil or sediment, determining its quality, Behavior, and suitability for various uses such as agriculture, construction, and habitat restoration. Soil texture, specifically, is categorized based on the proportion of sand, silt, and clay particles present in the soil, influencing water retention, nutrient availability, and aeration, which are crucial for plant growth and ecological Balance.
Deutsch: Dünnschichtzelle / Español: Célula de película delgada / Português: Célula de filme fino / Français: Cellule à film mince / Italiano: Cellula a pellicola sottile /
A Thin film cell is a PV cell formed by depositing thin layers of conductive and semiconductive materials, usually using a chemical vapor deposition (CVD) process. Also referred to as
Deutsch: Thorium / Español: Torio / Português: Tório / Français: Thorium / Italiano: Torio
In the environmental context, "thorium" refers to a naturally occurring radioactive chemical element with the symbol Th and atomic number 90. It is found in small amounts in most rocks and soils, where it is about three times more abundant than uranium. Thorium is recognized for its potential as an alternative nuclear fuel in nuclear energy production, due to its abundance and its potential for producing less hazardous waste compared to uranium.
Deutsch: Durchsatz / Español: rendimiento / Português: taxa de Transferência / Français: débit / Italiano: portata
Throughput in the environmental context refers to the amount of material or energy that flows into, through, and out of a system over a given period of time. This concept is particularly relevant in discussions about ecosystems, resource management, and sustainability.
Deutsch: Miniaturbildgröße / Español: Tamaño de miniatura / Português: Tamanho de miniatura / Français: Taille de vignette / Italiano: Dimensione della miniatura
Thumbnail size in the environmental context refers to the dimensions of small, reduced-resolution images that are used as previews or icons to represent larger, more detailed images or data. These thumbnails are often utilized in digital platforms related to environmental monitoring, geographic information systems (GIS), and resource management to provide quick visual summaries without the need for full-scale images, thereby saving both space and computational resources.
Deutsch: Beutelwolf / Español: tilacino / Português: tilacino / Français: thylacine / Italiano: tilacino
The thylacine, also known as the Tasmanian tiger or Tasmanian wolf, was a carnivorous marsupial that once thrived in Tasmania, Australia, and New Guinea. In the environmental context, the thylacine serves as a poignant example of extinction due to human activities and highlights the critical importance of wildlife conservation efforts.
Deutsch: Bodenbearbeitung / Español: Labranza / Français: Labour / Italiano: Aratura
Tillage refers to the agricultural practice of preparing soil for crop cultivation. It involves various mechanical operations that modify the soil structure to create an optimal environment for planting and crop growth. In the context of environmental sustainability, tillage can have both positive and negative impacts, depending on the techniques employed and their effects on soil health, erosion, and carbon sequestration.