Glossary B

A Bulky Waste is Large items of waste materials, such as appliances, furniture, large auto parts, trees, stumps.

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A Bull is a sexually mature, uncastrated Bovine male.

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A Bullock is Young bull, typically less than 20 months of age.

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Deutsch: Hummel / Español: Abejorro / Português: Mamangava / Français: Bourdon / Italiano: Bombo

A bumblebee in the environmental context is a large, fuzzy bee known for its role as a pollinator in ecosystems. These insects are essential for the pollination of many plants, including Agricultural crops, wildflowers, and fruits, supporting biodiversity and Food Production. Bumblebees are found in various habitats worldwide, with a particular abundance in temperate climates where they adapt well to colder weather compared to other bees.

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A Bunker is (Sometimes called Bunker Silo) A flat rectangular structure with concrete floors and walls

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A Bunker fuel is Fuel supplied to ships and aircraft for international transportation, irrespective of the flag of the carrier, consisting primarily of residual and distillate fuel oil for ships and jet fuel for aircraft.

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Bunker silo is a horizontal silo, usually from 8 to 20 feet deep, holds compacted silage. The sides are normally constructed of concrete tilt-up concrete panel construction. Trench silos are built into the ground, normally in hillsides and have earthen sides that contain the silos.

A buret is a graduated glass tube used for measuring and releasing small and precise amounts of liquid.

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A Burial Ground (Graveyard) is a Disposal site for radioactive waste materials that uses earth or water as a shield.

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A Bus is a rubber-tired, self-propelled, manually steered vehicle that is generally designed to transport 30 individuals or more. Bus types include intercity, school and transit.

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