Glossary P

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A PM is Particulate matter
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A PM10 is particulate Matter less than 10 microns in diameter.

Deutsch: Pneumonitis / Español: Neumonitis / Português: Pneumonite

Pneumonitis in the environment context refers to a condition characterized by the inflammation of lung tissue, often caused by exposure to environmental irritants or toxins. This inflammation can result from inhaling airborne pollutants, dust, allergens, or harmful particles present in the environment. Pneumonitis can have significant health implications and is an area of concern in environmental health and medicine.

- Point of generation (POG) of a Hazardous Waste : A Point of generation (POG) of a Hazardous Waste is the point at which a waste is first determined to be

A Point Source is origin of a pollutant Discharge from a discrete conveyance typically thought of as an effluent from the end of a pipe.

A Point Source Contamination is the Clean Water Act's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program controls direct discharges into navigable waters.

A Point Source Pollution is a Discharge of water pollution to a stream or other body of water, via an identifiable pipe, vent, or culvert.

A Point-of-Entry Water Treatment is Refers to devices used in the home where water pipes enter to provide additional treatment of drinking water used throughout the home.