Glossary D
Deutsch: Determinante / Español: Determinante / Português: Determinante / Français: Déterminant / Italiano: Determinante
A determinant in the environmental context refers to any factor or characteristic of the natural, built, or social environment that significantly influences an outcome, particularly in relation to health, Well-being, or ecosystem function. These determinants are external conditions that shape our surroundings and impact life within them, ranging from the air we breathe and the water we consume to the human-made structures and social systems that define our daily existence. Understanding these factors is crucial for identifying causes of environmental problems and developing effective interventions.
Deutsch: Entgiftung / Español: Desintoxicación / Português: Desintoxicação / Français: Détoxification / Italiano: Disintossicazione
Detoxification in the environmental context refers to the process of removing or neutralizing harmful substances (toxins) from the environment, including air, water, soil, and living organisms. These harmful substances can include pollutants, chemicals, heavy metals, and other contaminants that pose risks to ecosystems and Human Health. Detoxification can be achieved through natural processes or human intervention using various technologies and methods.
A developing country is a country that has low to moderate industrialization and