Glossary I

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Inorganic Compounds are chemical compounds that do not contain carbon, usually associated with life processes; for example, metals are inorganic

Inorganic Contaminants are Mineral -based compounds such as metals, nitrates, and asbestos. These contaminants are naturally-occurring in some water, but can also get into water through farming, chemical manufacturing, and other human activities.

An Inorganic fertilizer is See synthetic fertilizer.

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Deutsch: Insekt / Español: Insecto / Português: Inseto / Français: Insecte / Italiano: Insetto

Insects are small, often six-legged invertebrates that form the largest class of animals on Earth. Their presence is essential in various environmental functions, contributing to processes such as pollination, decomposition, and the maintenance of biodiversity. With over a million species, insects are found in nearly every habitat on the planet, playing a key role in sustaining ecological balance.

Deutsch: Insektizid / Español: Insecticida / Português: Inseticida / Français: Insecticide / Italiano: Insetticida
An insecticide is a substance used to kill insects. They include ovicides and larvicides used against insect eggs and larvae, respectively. Insecticides are used in agriculture, medicine, industry and by consumers.

insecticides are substances used to kill insects and prevent infestation.

An Insolation is the solar Energy received at a place over a given period. May be expressed as sun-hours per day, langleys per hour, watts per square meter per hour, or any number of

An Inspiratory reserve volume (IRV) is the maximal volume of air inhaled from the end-inspiratory level.

An Inspiratory vital capacity (IVC) is the maximum volume of air inhaled from the point of maximum expiration.