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The Database for the Environment
Welcome to the Database for the Environment! This comprehensive glossary aims to provide you with concise and informative articles on various topics related to the environment. Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply interested in learning more about the natural world, this lexicon is designed to be your go-to guide.
In this lexicon, you will find articles covering a wide range of environmental issues, including climate change, biodiversity, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and waste management, among others. Each article is written in a clear and accessible manner, providing key insights and up-to-date information on the topic at hand.
We believe that understanding the environment and the challenges it faces is crucial in shaping a sustainable future. By exploring the articles in this lexicon, you will gain valuable knowledge about pressing environmental concerns, as well as potential solutions and actions that can be taken to mitigate them.
We hope that this Environmental Lexicon serves as a valuable resource for your environmental journey. Let's embark on this educational adventure together and explore the wonders of our planet, deepen our understanding of environmental issues, and contribute to the preservation of our natural world.
Stay curious, stay informed, and let's make a difference!
Please note that the subsequent articles in the lexicon will cover a variety of topics chosen randomly to provide a diverse range of environmental subjects.
Capita
In the environment context, capita is a term used to express measurements, statistics, or values on a per capita basis. It refers to the per-person or per-individual calculation of various environmental metrics, impacts, or resources. Analyzing data on a per capita basis is valuable for understanding the individual-level contribution to environmental issues, resource consumption, and sustainability.
Davos
"Davos" in the environmental context often refers to the annual meetings held in Davos, Switzerland, by the World Economic Forum (WEF), where global leaders from various sectors gather to discuss pressing international issues, including those related to the environment and sustainability. These meetings have become a platform for debating and shaping global environmental policies, climate change strategies, and sustainable development goals.
Homeostasis
Deutsch: Homöostase / Español: homeostasis / Português: homeostase / Français: homéostasie / Italiano: omeostasi
Homeostasis in the environmental context refers to the ability of an ecosystem to maintain stability and balance in the face of external changes. This concept is crucial for understanding how ecosystems function and respond to various stressors, including climate change, pollution, and habitat disruption.
Stressor
Deutsch: Stressor / Italiano: Stressor - Stressor
A stressor is a chemical or biological agent, environmental condition, external stimulus or an event that causes stress to an organism.
An event that triggers the stress response may include environmental stressors (elevated sound levels, over-illumination, overcrowding) or daily stress events (e.g., traffic, lost keys, quality and quantity of physical activity).