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In the environmental context, analysis refers to the process of examining and evaluating data and information to better understand environmental issues, impacts, and solutions. Environmental analysis can involve a wide range of tools and methods, such as statistical analysis, modeling, and GIS (geographic information systems).

The Analytical Tools Interface for Landscape Assessments (ATtILA) is a computer program (an ArcView software extension) that allows users to calculate many common landscape metrics using a geographic information system (GIS).

Deutsch: Anas acuta / Español: Anas acuta / Português: Anas acuta / Français: Anas acuta / Italiano: Anas acuta

Anas acuta, commonly known as the northern pintail, is a species of dabbling duck found in various regions around the world. In the context of the environment, Anas acuta plays a significant role in wetland ecosystems and serves as an indicator of environmental health. This species is noted for its elegant appearance and migratory patterns, which are crucial for the biodiversity and functioning of wetland habitats.

Deutsch: Anas platyrhynchos / Español: Anas platyrhynchos / Português: Anas platyrhynchos / Français: Anas platyrhynchos / Italiano: Anas platyrhynchos

Anas platyrhynchos, commonly known as the mallard, is a species of dabbling duck that is widespread across the Northern Hemisphere. In the context of the environment, Anas platyrhynchos plays a significant role in wetland ecosystems and serves as a key species for studying environmental health and biodiversity. The mallard is notable for its adaptability to various habitats and its influence on both natural and human-modified environments.

An Anatomical Response is measure of a change in or damage to the anatomy of a species as a result of exposure to a contaminant

ANC --->Acid neutralizing capacity

Deutsch: Anchovis / Español: Anchoa / Português: Anchova / Français: Anchois / Italiano: Acciuga

Anchovy refers to small, schooling fish belonging to the family Engraulidae, found in marine and brackish waters. They play a critical role in marine ecosystems and are also significant in the fishing industry. Understanding their environmental context is essential due to their ecological importance and the impact of human activities on their populations.

An ancient forest is a forest that is typically older than 200 years with large trees, dense canopies and an abundance of diverse wildlife.

An ancillary data is Data collected from studies within EMAP but not used directly in the computation of an indicator.

An Angle of incidence is the angle between a ray of sunlight striking a surface and a line perpendicular to that surface.