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Deutsch: Chemische Exposition / Español: Exposición a productos químicos / Português: Exposição a produtos químicos / Français: Exposition aux produits chimiques / Italiano: Esposizione a sostanze chimiche

Chemical exposure in the environmental context refers to the contact between chemicals and organisms, including humans, animals, and plants, through various pathways such as inhalation, ingestion, dermal (skin) contact, or direct environmental contact. This exposure can occur in natural settings, workplaces, or residential areas, and involves chemicals that may be natural or synthetic, including pollutants, industrial chemicals, pesticides, and consumer products. Understanding and managing chemical exposure is crucial for protecting public health, ecosystems, and overall environmental quality.

- Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) : A Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) is a measure of the Oxygen required to Oxidize all compounds, both organic and inorganic, in

Deutsch: Chemische Reaktion / Español: Reacción química / Português: Reação química / Français: Réaction chimique / Italiano: Reazione chimica /

A Chemical reaction is Interaction between chemicals in which there is a change in the chemical composition of the elements or compounds involved.

A Chemical Sensitization is Evidence suggests that some people may develop health problems characterized by effects such as dizziness, eye and throat irritation, chest tightness, and

Deutsch: Chemieunfall / Español: Derrame químico / Português: Derramamento químico / Français: Déversement chimique / Italiano: Sversamento chimico

Chemical spill in the environmental context refers to the release of harmful chemicals into the environment, which can occur on land, in the air, or in water bodies. These spills can result from industrial accidents, transportation mishaps, or as a consequence of natural disasters that disrupt chemical storage facilities. The release of hazardous chemicals poses significant risks to the environment and public health, contaminating water sources, soil, and air, and affecting both wildlife and human communities.

Chemical Stressors are Chemicals released to the environment through industrial waste, auto emissions, pesticides, and other human activity that can cause illnesses and even death in

A Chemical Treatment is any one of a variety of technologies that use chemicals or a variety of chemical processes to treat

Deutsch: Chemie / Español: Química / Português: Química / Français: Chimie / Italiano: Chimica

Chemistry is the scientific study of the properties, composition, and behavior of matter. In the context of the environment, chemistry plays a crucial role in understanding and addressing environmental issues, such as pollution, climate change, and resource management.

A Chemnet is Mutual aid network of chemical shippers and contractors that assigns a contracted Emergency response company to provide technical support if a representative of the firm

A Chemosterilant is a chemical that controls pests by preventing reproduction.