You can find epa content listed alphabetically, from acid rain to wetlands. Terms of environment glossary abbreviations and acronyms. Resnik, national institute of environmental health sciences, national institutes of health, may 2015. In ethics, absolutism is usually contrasted to relativism. Understand common environmental health terminology with the help of the centers useful glossary of terms. Glossary of environmental terms idaho department of. Us epa united states environmental protection agency.
Geological survey, office of water data coordination, august 1989. The state of illinois has declared a mandatory shutdown which is currently in place. Acronymsglossary of environmental terms appendix b presents acronyms and a glossary of environmental terms that are commonly used in the application of environmental procedures. Agricultural terminology, environmental stewardship, syngenta. Glossary of terms sustainability boston university. The protection of people and the public interest from environmental risks, particularly those associated with anthropogenic activities. A glossary of environmental terms found on deqs website. The following article has a glossary list that will help you understand these difficult scientific terms and definitions at a glance. Environmental health glossary environmental health sciences. Basics of environmental science basics of environmental science is an engaging introduction to environmental study.
Science is a very vast subject that has innumerable words, terms, definitions, etc. The passage of one substance into or through another. Select a search by type terms and acronyms is the default. The glossary includes some of the vocabulary used in the study of how the environment and environmental agents affect human health. Environment glossary use this printable glossary as a reference when discussing the environment and ways to live greener in your classroom. B1 acronyms the evolution of environmental procedures has generated a considerable number of acronyms. Environmental science provides an integrated, quantitative, and interdisciplinary approach to the study of environmental systems. List of all most popular abbreviated environmental terms defined. Environmental glossary costeffective alternative an alternative control or corrective method identified after analysis as being the best available in terms of reliability, permanence, and economic considerations.
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The national adult literacy agencynala has developed an a z guide containing over 100 explanations of common environmental terms. Browse the list of 3 822 environmental acronyms and abbreviations with their meanings and definitions. Glossary of terms environmental science junior college. The environmental performance is the measurable results of the management of the environmental aspects in the environmental management system. Biodiesel is a domestic, renewable fuel for diesel engines derived from natural oils like soybean oil. The purpose of the science dictionary is to create a searchable database containing meaning and definition of different scientific terms and. An operations guide to safety and environmental management.
For your convenience the terms are sorted alphabetically. Environmental protection agency communications, education, epa 175897001 and public affairs december 1997 1704. These antibodies attach to the antigen and help the body fight off the infection or disease. This glossary provides definitions of a number of important terms associated with power generation technologies and their environmental impacts, including definitions of specific pollutants, technologies, and the key terms related to the electric power marketplace. Users may search on all approved terms and acronyms stored in terminology services. This includes preventing, intervening in, and treating human disease associated with the environment. Next generation science standards basic glossary terms. A scientist who is specialized in some aspect of environmental science.
For water resources information please visit our oregon water science center home page or oregon water science center hydrologic studies page the definitions found in this glossary are from, the federal glossary of selected terms. If youre having any problems, or would like to give some feedback, wed love to hear from you. The online science dictionary is aiming towards creating a brief scientific encyclopedia of scientific terms. Glossary of terms environmental crimes research guides at.
Glossary look up a vocabulary term search the glossary for geography, science, and social studies terms. Submitted by teacher tricia munson, cleveland, ohio. Learn vocabulary words environmental science with free interactive flashcards. It is compiled from a number of sources and should not be considered an official u.
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Maintenance of ecosystem components and functions for future generations. Environmental science is an interdisciplinary academic field that integrates physical, biological and information sciences including ecology, biology, physics, chemistry, plant science, zoology, mineralogy, oceanography, limnology, soil science, geology and physical geography, and atmospheric science to the study of the environment, and the solution of environmental problems. Solar insolation is often measured as watts per meter squared or. Green earth issues for kids presented by children of the earth united, green environmental education for kids, teachers and families. It covers the entire breadth of the environmental sciences, providing. California environmental quality act ceqa first enacted in 1970 to provide longterm environmental protection, the law requires that governmental decisionmakers and public agencies study the significant environmental effects of proposed activities, and that significant avoidable damage be avoided or reduced where feasible.
This glossary is intended to help people become familiar with the terms they are likely to see in government reports, engineering studies and health literature. The dictionary of environmental science and engineering. The purpose of the science dictionary is to create a searchable database containing meaning and definition of different scientific terms and concepts into one large database. This glossary is intended for educational or research purposes only and is not intended to provide legal advice or replace or contravene existing laws or institutional policies. Biodiesel can be used in any concentration with petroleum based diesel fuel in existing diesel engines with little or no modification. For example, if you are measuring your air emissions from a smoke stack, with a set expected level of chemical contaminants, the measured results can be acceptable to the. It is not a complete dictionary of environmental health terms. It is hoped that glossaries such as this will help to alleviate instructional problems in the field for peace corps volunteers and others in latin america as they teach environmental concepts to those who need the knowledge. If the information you are looking for is not here, you may be able to find it on the epa web archive or the january 19, 2017 web snapshot. Abstract data type adt is a mathematical model for data types, where a data type is defined by its behavior semantics from the point of view of a user of the data, specifically in terms of possible values, possible operations on data of this type, and the behavior of these operations. An operations guide to safety and environmental management systems sems. Z an engine, motor or other energy source that does not produce any gas or release any harmful gases directly into the environment. At the core of the book are 17 elements stemming from regulations which are broken down in parts to help. The interdisciplinary study of humanitys relationship with other organisms and the nonliving physical environment.
Puritans thought of wilderness as a chaotic and dangerous wasteland, which needed to be walled off or turned into a humandesigned garden. This glossary defines words used by atsdr in communications with the public. Below are definitions for key terms researched by tricia munsons students in her ap environmental science class. The protection of people and the public interest from environmental risks, particularly those associated with anthropogenic activities and accidents, but may also include natural dangers. Many of the definitions are based on shamoo ae and resnik db. Use this printable glossary as a reference when discussing the environment and ways to live greener in your classroom. An environmental analysis prepared pursuant to the national environmental policy act to determine whether a federal action would significantly affect the environment and thus require a more detailed environmental impact statement. Accountability services, testing, ncfe, science, released tests.
The following article is a glossary of the terms used in the environmental policy project. Az glossary of environmental terms environmental protection. Assessment specifications summary nc final exams for earth and environmental science physical science physics and chemistry. Environmental glossary costeffective alternative an alternative control or corrective method identified after analysis as being the best available in terms of reliability.
For general help, questions, and suggestions, try our dedicated support forums. Resources which are considered biotic and therefore renewable. Introduction terms of environment defines in nontechnical language the more commonly used environmental terms appearing in epa publications, news releases, and other agency documents available to the general public, students, the media, and agency employees. Enter a term to search for and select a search mode contains is the default. An online dictionary of ap environmental science terms you need to know for the ap environmental science exam. Term definition 303d refers to section 303 subsection d of the clean water act, which requires states to develop a list of water bodies that do not meet water quality standards a 303d list. Glossary of environmental terms arizona department of adeq. The book offers everyone studying and interested in the environment, an essential understanding of natural environments and the way they function. Reducing the degree or intensity of, or eliminating, pollution. Environmental protection agency of the usa or research reports of large groups of scientists and projects etc. The term implies treatment beyond secondary treatment, and advanced treatment is most effective after the organic matter has been removed. In nature writing, environmental philosophy, and environmental protection legislation, wilderness is usually considered to have intrinsic aesthetic, moral, and spiritual value which should be preserved.
United states office of december 1989 environmental protection communications and 19k1002 agency public affairs a107 vvepa glossary of environmental terms and acronym list u. During the two year course in environmental science lecturers uses a variety of terms. The remaining four terms, environmental quality, air quality, soil quality, and water quality, are defined as measures of the condition or state of each relative to the requirements of one or more. Environmental science study words the environmental. The list below relies on definitions used by internationally recognized organizations e. Each term on this page includes a brief definition. Glossary of terms in environmental philosophy faculty. Making sense of bsee sems regulations gives engineers and managers a vital tool to understand, prepare and manage sems audits before, during and after they are done. Agency of the federal government created in 1970 for the purpose of protecting human health and the environment by writing and enforcing regulations based on laws passed by congress. It is presented for historical and educational purposes. The use of these terms and definitions varies largely from one author to another. Example environmental science glossary the environmental. It is titled from air quality to zero emissions and the epa has obtained permission from nala to publish this information which is outlined below.
The following terms are commonly used in environmental management services documents. Home glossary of terms during the two year course in environmental science lecturers uses a variety of terms. Terms of environment defmes in nontechnical language the inore. Notwithstanding, a glossary of key technical terms could assist in making the book more user friendly. Character displacement character displacement is a term used in evolutionary biology to describe the process by which differences are established among similar species with overlapping geographical distributions. Glossary of terms used in pm and your patients health.
Environmental protection agency epa, which is the federal agency that develops and enforces environmental laws to protect the environment and human health. It covers the areas of environment statistics, environmental and sustainable development indicators, and environmental accounting. Just read on the following glossary to get a quick idea about some interesting terms. View our online glossary of environmental engineering terms. Glossary for air pollution terms in particle pollution and. Information on the environment for those involved in developing, adopting, implementing and evaluating environmental policy, and also the general public glossary of terms. Your pupils will appreciate this handout as a study aid as well.
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