Glossary B

The Environmental Glossary. Letter B +++ Popular Articles: 'Biodiversity', 'Battery', 'Body'

A Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) is a measure of the amount of

- Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) : - biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) : A biochemical Oxygen demand (BOD) is the amount of Oxygen consumed by Microorganisms as they decompose organic materials in

A Biochemical Response is measure of a change in or damage to the blood chemistry of a species as a result of Exposure to a

A Bioconcentration is the accumulation of a chemical in tissues of a fish or other organism to levels greater than in the surrounding medium.

A Biodegradable is Capable of decomposing under natural conditions.

Deutsch: Biodegradation / Español: Biodegradación / Português: Biodegradação / Français: Biodégradation / Italiano: Biodegradazione

Biodegradation in the environmental context refers to the natural process by which organic substances are broken down by living organisms, primarily microorganisms like bacteria and fungi, into simpler, non-toxic substances such as water, carbon dioxide, and biomass. This process is a crucial component of the Earth’s ecosystem, helping to recycle nutrients and decompose waste, which contributes to maintaining ecological balance.

Deutsch: Biodiesel / Español: Biodiésel / Português: Biodiesel / Français: Biodiesel / Italiano: Biodiesel

In the environmental context, biodiesel refers to a renewable, biodegradable fuel derived from vegetable oils, animal fats, or recycled restaurant grease. It is used as an alternative to petroleum diesel, with the potential to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and decrease greenhouse gas emissions. Biodiesel can be used in its pure form (B100) or blended with petroleum diesel in various proportions for use in diesel engines, offering a more sustainable option for transportation and energy generation.

Deutsch: Artenvielfalt / Español: Biodiversidad / Português: Biodiversidade / Français: Biodiversité / Italiano: Biodiversità /

A Biodiversity is Refers to the variety and variability among living organisms and the ecological complexes in which they occur.

A Biofuel is Gas or liquid fuel made from plant material (biomass).

A Biogenic Hydrocarbons: is Biogenic hydrocarbons are naturally occurring compounds, including VOCs (volatile organic compounds) that are emitted from trees and vegetation.