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The Environmental Glossary. Letter B +++ Popular Articles: 'Building', 'Biodiversity', 'Balance'

Bottom Land Hardwoods

Bottom Land Hardwoods are Forested freshwater wetlands adjacent to rivers in the southeastern United States, especially valuable for wildlife breeding, nesting and habitat.

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Boulder

Deutsch: Felsblock / Español: Roca grande / Português: Rocha grande / Français: Bloc rocheux / Italiano: Masso

Boulder refers to a large rock, typically greater than 25.6 centimetres (10 inches) in diameter, that has been naturally shaped and transported by geological processes such as weathering, erosion, and glacial activity. Boulders are commonly found in riverbeds, mountain slopes, coastal areas, and glacial deposits, playing an important role in shaping landscapes and ecosystems.

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Bounding Estimate

A Bounding Estimate is an estimate of exposure, dose, or risk that is higher than that incurred by the person in the population with the currently highest exposure, dose, or risk. Bounding Estimate

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Bovine

Deutsch: Rind / Español: Bovino / Português: Bovino / Français: Bovin / Italiano: Bovino /

A Bovine is Refers to a general family grouping of cattle.

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Bovine diseases

Deutsch: Bovine Krankheiten / Español: Enfermedades bovinas / Português: Doenças bovinas / Français: Maladies bovines / Italiano: Malattie bovine

Bovine diseases refer to a range of illnesses that affect cattle, which can have significant impacts on agricultural productivity and environmental health. These diseases can be caused by various pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi, and can be transmitted through direct contact, contaminated feed, or vectors like insects. Understanding and managing bovine diseases is crucial for sustainable livestock farming and environmental conservation.

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Bovine grazing

Deutsch: Rinderbeweidung / Español: Pastoreo bovino / Português: Pastejo bovino / Français: Pâturage bovin / Italiano: Pascolo bovino

The practice of bovine grazing plays a pivotal role in agriculture, ecology, and land management worldwide. It involves the controlled feeding of cattle on grasslands, pastures, or rangelands, influencing both livestock productivity and ecosystem health. This method balances economic benefits for farmers with environmental sustainability, though its implementation varies by region and farming system.

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Bovine Species

Deutsch: Rinderarten / Español: Especies bovinas / Português: Espécies bovinas / Français: Espèces bovines / Italiano: Specie bovine

Bovine species refers to members of the genus Bos, which includes various species of cattle and their relatives. These animals play significant roles in the environment, both through their ecological impact and their economic importance in agriculture.

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Bovine waste

Deutsch: Rindermist / Español: Desechos bovinos / Português: Resíduos bovinos / Français: Déchets bovins / Italiano: Rifiuti bovini

The term bovine waste refers to organic byproducts generated by cattle, including feces, urine, and residual feed. This material plays a significant role in agriculture, environmental science, and waste management due to its dual potential as a nutrient source and a pollutant. Understanding its composition, applications, and challenges is essential for sustainable livestock farming and ecosystem health.

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Boxcar

A Boxcar is an enclosed railcar used to transport freight

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Brackish

A Brackish is Mixed fresh and salt water

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