Glossary A

The Environmental Glossary. Letter A +++ Popular Articles: 'Absorption', 'Abatement Debris', 'Acclimatization'

Deutsch: Antibiotikum / Español: Antibiótico / Português: Antibiótico / Français: Antibiotique / Italiano: Antibiotico /

An Antibiotic is a metabolic product of one microorganism or a chemical that in low concentrations is detrimental to activities of specific other microorganisms.

An Antibiotic Residues is the presence of traces of antibiotics or their derivatives in milk or meat.

An Antibiotic Test Kit is Test kit for use on the farm to detect residues of antibiotics in milk before the milk is picked up for delivery to the plant.

Deutsch: Antikörper / Español: Anticuerpo / Português: Anticorpo / Français: Anticorps / Italiano: Anticorpo

Antibody in the environmental context refers to the use of antibodies in ecological and environmental science to detect and monitor pollutants, pathogens, and various environmental toxins. Antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system that specifically bind to antigens (foreign substances), and this specificity is harnessed in environmental testing and monitoring to improve safety and sustainability.

An antidegradation statement is statement that protects existing Designated Uses and prevents high-quality waterbodies from deteriorating below the water quality necessary to maintain

An Antimicrobial is an Agent that kills microbial growth. Examples are "disinfectant," "sanitizer," and "sterilizer."

API is the shortcut for American Petroleum Institute

Deutsch: Apparat / Français: Appareil / Italiano: Apparato

Apparatus in the environmental context refers to a wide range of specialized equipment, machinery, and instruments used for scientific research, monitoring, and environmental management. These apparatuses play a crucial role in collecting data, analyzing environmental conditions, and conducting experiments related to ecology, pollution control, climate studies, and more. They enable researchers and professionals to gather valuable information about the environment, which is essential for making informed decisions and addressing environmental challenges.

An Applicable or Relevant and Appropriate Requirements (ARARs) is any state or federal statute that pertains to

Deutsch: Anwendungsbereiche / Español: Áreas de aplicación / Português: Áreas de aplicação / Français: Domaines d'application / Italiano: Aree di applicazione

Application Areas refer to the specific domains, sectors, or activities within the environmental context where certain technologies, practices, policies, or solutions are utilised to achieve environmental objectives. This can include efforts in conservation, pollution control, resource management, and sustainable development, among others. The term helps to categorise and understand where and how environmental tools and strategies are applied to address ecological challenges and enhance environmental quality.