Glossary D

A Density is a measure of how heavy a specific volume of a solid, liquid, or gas is in comparison to water.

A Density-Dependence is Regulation of the size of a population by mechanisms that are themselves controlled by the size of that population (e.g.

Deutsch: Desoxyribonukleinsäure / Español: ácido desoxirribonucleico / Português: ácido desoxirribonucleico / Français: acide désoxyribonucléique / Italiano: acido desossiribonucleico

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) in the environmental context refers to the Molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all known organisms and many viruses. DNA's role in the environment is pivotal not only in the biological makeup of living beings but also in ecological monitoring, biodiversity assessment, and conservation strategies.

A Depletion is water supplies that are being used up, gradually in most cases, without being replaced.

A Depletion Curve is In hydraulics, a graphical representation of water depletion from storage-stream channels, surface soil, and groundwater.

Deutsch: Ablagerung / Español: Deposición / Português: Deposição / Français: Déposition / Italiano: Deposizione /

A deposition is the processes by which chemical constituents move from the atmosphere to the earth's surface.

A Depression is a low area in a field where surface Drainage away from the area does not occur.

A Depressurization is a condition that occurs when the air pressure inside a structure is lower that the air pressure outdoors.

A Depth of discharge is a measure of how much energy has been withdrawn from a battery, expressed as a percentage of full capacity.

Deutsch: Derivatehandel / Español: Comercio de derivados / Português: Negociação de derivativos / Français: Négociation de produits dérivés / Italiano: Trading di derivati

Derivatives Trading refers to financial contracts whose value is derived from an underlying asset, such as commodities, stocks, or environmental metrics like carbon credits. In the environmental context, it plays a pivotal role in managing risks associated with price volatility, regulatory changes, and sustainability targets. This article explores its mechanisms, applications, and implications for ecological and economic systems.

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