Glossary D

The Environmental Glossary. Letter D +++ Popular Articles: 'Development', 'Disease', 'Durability'

Duplicate measurements are Two measurements made concurrently and in the same location, or side-by-side. Used to evaluate the precision of the measurement method.

Deutsch: Haltbarkeit / Español: Durabilidad / Português: Durabilidade / Français: Durabilité / Italiano: Durabilità

Durability in the environmental context refers to the ability of products, materials, or systems to withstand wear, degradation, and environmental factors over time without losing their functionality or requiring excessive maintenance. Emphasising durability in design and manufacturing helps reduce waste, conserve resources, and lower the environmental impact associated with frequent replacements, repairs, and disposal of goods. Durable products contribute to sustainability by extending the lifecycle of items, thereby reducing the need for raw materials and energy in production.

Durable goods are Sturdy items, like furniture or appliances, that can be used for many years. When people repair these Products instead of buying new ones, they save money and reduce

Deutsch: Staub / Español: Polvo / Português: Poeira / Français: Poussière / Italiano: Polvere /

In the environmental context, "dust" refers to tiny solid particles suspended in the air. These particles are typically formed through the mechanical fragmentation or chemical transformation of larger materials. Dust particles can vary in size, composition, and origin, and they have significant implications for both natural and human environments.

A Dustfall Jar is an open Container used to collect large Particles from the air for measurement and analysis.

Dynamometer is a device used to place a load on an engine and measure its performance.

Dystrophic Lakes are acidic, shallow bodies of water that contain much humus and/or other organic matter; contain many plants but few fish.