Glossary D

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A Dewater is 1. Remove or separate a portion of the water in a sludge or slurry to dry the sludge so it can be handled and disposed of.

A dframe net is a fine mesh net that is attached to a pole and used for sampling. It resembles a butterfly net.

DHI Records are Generic term used to refer to records computed by the Dairy Record Processing Centers.

A DHI Supervisor is an officially trained and DHIA-certified employee qualified to collect milk samples and record milk weights on the farm for all official types of testing plans.

Deutsch: Diagnose / Español: Diagnóstico / Português: Diagnóstico / Français: Diagnostic / Italiano: Diagnosi

In the environmental context, diagnose refers to the process of identifying and understanding environmental problems, conditions, or changes. This involves analyzing data, assessing ecological health, and determining the causes and effects of environmental issues. Diagnosing environmental problems is crucial for developing effective management strategies, policy-making, and conservation efforts aimed at addressing challenges such as pollution, biodiversity loss, climate change, and habitat degradation.

Diagnostic indicator (Deleted term 1993. See is stressor

A Diatom is microscopic Algae with cell walls made of silicon and have two separating halves.

A Diatomaceous Earth (Diatomite) is a chalk-like material (fossilized diatoms) used to filter out solid waste in wastewater treatment plants; also used as an Active Ingredient in some

Deutsch: Diatomeenerde / Español: Diatomita / Português: Diatomita / Français: Diatomite / Italiano: Diatomite

Diatomite, also known as diatomaceous earth, is a naturally occurring sedimentary rock composed primarily of the fossilised remains of diatoms, a type of microscopic algae. This lightweight and porous material is widely used in environmental applications due to its filtration properties, soil amendment capabilities, and role in sustainable practices.

diatoms are any of a number of related microscopic algae, one-celled or in colonies, whose walls consist of two parts or valves and contain silica.