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Deutsch: Höhenakklimatisation / Español: Aclimatación a la altitud / Português: Aclimatação à altitude / Français: Acclimatation à l'altitude / Italiano: Acclimatazione all'altitudine
Altitude acclimatization is the process through which the human body adjusts to the lower oxygen levels present at high altitudes, minimizing the risk of altitude sickness and enabling individuals to perform effectively in such environments. This physiological adaptation involves a series of changes in the body, including increased red blood cell production, enhanced oxygen delivery to the muscles, and improvements in respiratory and cardiovascular efficiency.
Deutsch: Aluminium / Español: Aluminio / Português: Alumínio / Français: Aluminium / Italiano: Alluminio
Aluminium in the environmental context refers to the role of this lightweight metal concerning its extraction, production, use, disposal, and, crucially, its recycling, along with the associated environmental impacts. It is the third most abundant element in the Earth's crust and plays a vital role in many modern industries due to its unique properties, presenting both ecological advantages and significant challenges.
Deutsch: Aluminium / Español: Aluminio / Português: Alumínio / Français: Aluminium / Italiano: Alluminio
Aluminum in the environmental context refers to a lightweight, silvery-white metal known for its versatile applications and widespread presence in the Earth's crust. Aluminum is the third most abundant element in the Earth's crust, making it a common natural component of soils and rocks. It has various industrial and consumer uses but can also have environmental and health implications, particularly when released into the environment.
Deutsch: Amazonas / Español: Amazonia / Português: Amazônia / Français: Amazonie / Italiano: Amazzonia
Amazon in an environmental context refers specifically to the Amazon Rainforest, also known simply as "the Amazon". This vast tropical rainforest in South America is known for its immense biodiversity and significant role in the global climate regulation.
Deutsch: Amazonas-Regenwald / Español: Selva Amazónica / Português: Floresta Amazônica / Français: Forêt amazonienne / Italiano: Foresta Amazzonica
The Amazon Rainforest, often referred to as the "lungs of the Earth," is the largest tropical rainforest on the planet, spanning approximately 5.5 million square kilometers across nine South American countries. It plays a critical role in global biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and climate regulation, while also serving as a vital resource for indigenous communities and local economies. Its ecological significance extends beyond regional boundaries, influencing atmospheric composition and weather patterns worldwide.
Deutsch: Umgebung / Español: Ambiente / Português: Ambiente / Français: Environnement / Italiano: Ambiente /
An ambient is pertaining to the Current Environmental condition. It means surrounding, or on all sides.