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Deutsch: Überwachung / Español: Monitoreo / Português: Monitoramento / Français: Surveillance / Italiano: Monitoraggio /

A monitoring is In EMAP, the periodic collection of data that is used to determine the condition of ecological resources. "Periodic or continuous surveillance or testing to determine

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A Monitoring of water is Monitoring of water use by an industry, using Metering for example,

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Deutsch: Monokulturlandwirtschaft / Español: Agricultura de monocultivo / Português: Agricultura de monocultura / Français: Agriculture en monoculture / Italiano: Agricoltura monoculturale

Monoculture farming in the environmental context refers to the agricultural practice of growing a single species of plant over a large area and for a prolonged period. This method is widely used in modern agriculture to increase efficiency in planting, managing, and harvesting crops, often leading to higher yields of commodities such as wheat, corn, soybeans, and rice. While monoculture farming can offer economic benefits and meet the demand for certain crops, it also presents significant environmental challenges.

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"Monoxide" refers to a compound composed of one atom of oxygen and one atom of another element, typically a metal or non-metal. Monoxides can have various environmental implications, particularly in relation to air pollution and human health.

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- Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer : A Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer is the Montreal Protocol and its amendments

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A moratorium is legislative action which prevents a federal agency from taking a specific action or implementing a specific

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More developed country is the (MDC) See developed country.

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- Morphoedaphic index (MEI) : - morphoedaphic index (MEI) : A morphoedaphic Index (MEI) is the ratio of Dissolved Solids (measured as total dissolved solids, alkalinity, or conductivity) to mean lake depth; MEI has been used to predict the total fish production, phytoplankton standing crop, and total phosphorus concentration of lakes not subject to cultural eutrophication.

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Deutsch: Mücke / Español: Mosquito / Português: Mosquito / Français: Moustique / Italiano: Zanzara

Mosquito is a small, midge-like fly that is of significant environmental importance due to its role in ecosystems and its impact on human health.

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Deutsch: Motor / Español: Motor / Português: Motor / Français: Moteur / Italiano: Motore

A motor in the context of the Environment refers to any machine or device that converts energy into mechanical motion, powering vehicles, machinery, or equipment. Motors are integral to transportation, industrial processes, and energy systems, and their environmental Impact varies depending on the type, energy source, and Efficiency of the motor in use. Conventional motors are often powered by Fossil fuels, which contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, Air Pollution, and environmental Degradation.

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