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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.

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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

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

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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.

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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

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

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Chemosynthesis are the process in which certain organisms (mostly specialized bacteria) extract inorganic compounds from their environment and convert them into organic nutrient compounds without the presence of sunlight.

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A Chemtrec is the industry-sponsored Chemical Transportation Emergency Center; provides information and/or Emergency assistance to Emergency responders.

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Deutsch: Tschernobyl-Katastrophe / Español: Desastre de Chernóbil / Português: Desastre de Chernobyl / Français: Catastrophe de Tchernobyl / Italiano: Disastro di Chernobyl

Chernobyl Disaster refers to the catastrophic nuclear accident that occurred on April 26, 1986, at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant near the City of Pripyat, in the former Soviet Union (now Ukraine). It is considered one of the worst nuclear disasters in history due to its extensive release of radioactive materials, which had severe environmental, health, and socio-economic impacts. In the environmental context, the Chernobyl disaster serves as a significant case study in understanding the long-term consequences of nuclear accidents on ecosystems, human health, and environmental management.

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Deutsch: Kirsche / Español: Cereza / Português: Cereja / Français: Cerise / Italiano: Ciliegia

Cherry in the environmental context refers to a genus of Flowering plants and their fruit within the family Rosaceae. Known scientifically as Prunus, cherries are valuable for their ecological roles, Agricultural significance, and contributions to biodiversity. They are widely cultivated for their fruit, ornamental value, and environmental benefits.

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