Glossary F

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A Forced expiratory volume (FEV) is Denotes the volume of gas that is exhaled in a given time interval during the execution of a forced vital capacity. Conventionally, the times used

- Forced inspiratory vital capacity (FIVC) : A Forced inspiratory vital capacity (FIVC) is the maximal volume of air inspired with a maximally forced effort from a position of maximal expiration.

A Forced vital capacity (FVC) is Vital capacity performed with a maximally forced expiratory effort.

A Forcing Mechanism is a process that alters the energy balance of the climate system, i.e.

A forebay zone is same as the lacustrine zone of a reservoir.

Forequarters are the two front quarters of a cow, lamb or a horse. Also called the fore udder.

Deutsch: Wald / Español: Bosque / Português: Floresta / Français: Forêt / Italiano: Foresta /

A forest is Land with at least 10\% of its surface area stocked by trees of any size or formerly having had such trees as Cover and not currently built-up or developed for agricultural

A forest certification is a process of labeling wood that has been harvested from a well -managed forest.

A Forestripping is Expressing streams of milk from the teat prior to machine milking to determine visual quality and to stimulate "milk letdown."

Deutsch: Forstwirtschaft / Español: Silvicultura / Português: Silvicultura / Français: Sylviculture / Italiano: Silvicoltura

Forestry refers to the science, art, and practice of managing, conserving, and utilising forests and woodland resources in a sustainable manner. In the environment context, forestry involves the stewardship of forest ecosystems to balance the ecological, economic, and social benefits provided by forests. This includes managing forests for timber production, biodiversity conservation, carbon sequestration, water regulation, and recreational purposes.