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In the environmental context, the waggle dance is a fascinating behavior exhibited by honeybees that serves as a means of communication, particularly in the location of food sources. This dance is used by scout bees to inform their hive mates about the direction, distance, and quality of food sources such as nectar and pollen.
Deutsch: Gehweg / Español: Pasarela / Português: Passarela / Français: Passage piéton / Italiano: Passerella
Walkway refers to a path or route designated for pedestrian use. In the context of the environment, walkways are crucial components of urban planning and sustainable development, promoting walkability, reducing traffic congestion, and enhancing the quality of urban life.
In the environment industry, waste refers to any material that is discarded or no longer needed, and that has the potential to cause negative impacts on the environment if not properly managed. Waste can come from a wide range of sources, including households, businesses, agriculture, and industrial activities.
Deutsch: Abfallwirtschaft / Español: Gestión de residuos / Português: Gestão de resíduos / Français: Gestion des déchets / Italiano: Gestione dei rifiuti
Waste management in the environmental context refers to the collection, transportation, processing, recycling, and disposal of waste materials. It encompasses a wide range of activities aimed at reducing the negative impacts of waste on the environment, human health, and the economy.
Deutsch: Wasser / Español: Agua / Português: Água / Français: Eau / Italiano: Acqua
Water is a liquid at normal temperatures but exists also solid (ice), and water vapor (cloud) in the air.
A water molecule has the formula H2O which means that two hydrogen (H) atoms and one oxygen (O) are connected.
Water filters are the substances (such as charcoal) or fine membrane structures used to remove impurities from water.
Water quality is a term used to describe the chemical, physical, and biological characteristics of water, usually in respect to its suitability for a particular purpose.
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