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A baseline grid is the fixed position of the EMAP grid as established by the position of the hexagon overlaying the United States. This is distinguished from the sampling grid, which

A Basic solution is Water solution with more hydroxide ions (OH-) than hydrogen ions (H+); water solutions with pH greater than 7. See Acid solution, alkalinity.

Deutsch: Badewanne / Español: Bañera / Português: Banheira / Français: Baignoire / Italiano: Vasca da bagno

Bathtub in the environment context refers to the metaphorical concept of the "bathtub model" used in environmental science and water resource management. This model illustrates how pollutants accumulate and are managed within a given system, such as a watershed or a body of water.

Deutsch: Badewannenmodell / Español: Modelo de bañera / Português: Modelo de banheira / Français: Modèle de baignoire / Italiano: Modello della vasca da bagno

Bathtub model is a conceptual model used in environmental science to describe the dynamics of water and pollutant levels in a given system. The model visualizes the balance between inputs (such as precipitation, runoff, or pollutant discharge) and outputs (such as evaporation, drainage, or pollutant removal) in a manner akin to water flowing into and out of a bathtub.

Deutsch: Batterie / Español: Batería / Português: Bateria / Français: Batterie / Italiano: Batteria
Battery may refer to an artillery group or electrochemical cells to transform chemical energy into electricity.

Deutsch: Bucht / Español: Bahía / Português: Baía / Français: Baie / Italiano: Baia

A bay in the environmental context refers to a body of water partially enclosed by land but with a wide mouth, affording access to the sea. Bays are significant coastal features that can vary greatly in size and shape, often formed by the erosion of soft rock by sea waves or as a result of tectonic movements. They are distinguished from other coastal water bodies such as gulfs, coves, and inlets based on their size and the extent of their enclosure.