Glossary F

The Environmental Glossary. Letter F +++ Popular Articles: 'Function', 'Fishery', 'Facility'

A Field Duplicate, Subsample is a test specimen that is homogenized before being divided into two or more portions with the same laboratory analyzing all portions.

Field Measurements are those activities associated with performing analyses or measurements in the habitat being examined.

Deutsch: Feldprotokoll / Español: protocolo de campo / Português: protocolo de campo / Français: protocole de terrain / Italiano: protocollo di campo

Field protocol in the environmental context refers to a standardized set of procedures and guidelines designed to be followed during field research and data collection activities in natural settings. These protocols ensure that the data collected are consistent, reliable, and can be compared across different times or locations.

FIFRA (Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act) is the law which generally controls Pesticide sale and use.

Deutsch: Filament / Español: Filamento / Português: Filamento / Français: Filament / Italiano: Filamento

In the environmental context, "filament" can refer to several things, depending on the specific subject of discussion. Generally, it describes long, thin structures that can be found in various environmental elements, ranging from microorganisms to plants and human-made materials. Here are a few examples:

Filibuster is a tactic used to delay or stop a vote on a bill by making long floor speeches and debates.

Deutsch: Ausfüllung / Español: Relleno / Português: Preenchimento / Français: Remplissage / Italiano: Riempimento /

A Filling is the process of depositing dirt and mud in marshy areas (wetlands) or in the water to create more land. Filling disturbs natural ecological cycles.

In the environmental context, a 'filter' refers to a device or material used to remove or reduce the presence of impurities, pollutants, or unwanted particles from air, water, or other substances. Filters play a vital role in maintaining clean and healthy environments, improving air quality, water quality, and overall sustainability. They are utilized in various applications and industries to remove contaminants and ensure the safety and well-being of both humans and the environment.

Deutsch: Filtration / Español: Filtración / Português: Filtração / Français: Filtration / Italiano: Filtrazione
Filtration is commonly the mechanical or physical operation which is used for the separation of solids from fluids (liquids or gases) by interposing a medium through which only the fluid can pass.

The Financial Assistance is the process by which funds are provided by one organization (usually government) to another organization for the purpose of performing work or furnishing services or items and which include grants, cooperative agreements, and government interagency agreements.