Glossary C
Deutsch: Erdkruste / Español: Corteza / Português: Crosta / Français: Croûte / Italiano: Crosta
Crust in the environment context refers to the outermost solid shell of a planet, dwarf planet, or natural satellite. In the case of Earth, the crust is the top layer of the lithosphere, a cooler and more rigid part of the Earth that includes the crust and the upper part of the mantle. The Earth's crust plays a critical role in environmental science as it is the surface on which all terrestrial ecosystems exist, and it interacts with the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere through various geological, physical, and chemical processes.
Cry toxins refer to a group of proteins produced by the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), widely recognized for their insecticidal properties. These proteins are toxic to certain insect pests but are considered safe for humans, other mammals, and the environment, making them an important tool in integrated pest management and organic farming.
Cultivation may refer to the cultivation of plants or cultivation of the soil or the cultivation of livestock
Cultivation in the environmental context refers to the process of preparing and managing land for the purpose of growing crops, plants, or other agricultural products. It involves various practices and techniques aimed at optimizing soil fertility, water management, pest control, and overall crop productivity.