Glossary P

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A Protection is steps taken to keep Current or future releases of water into ground or groundwater safe.

The Protocol is the documented or standardized procedure or detailed plan to be followed in a test, process, or method. See also Standard Operating Procedure.

A proton is a small particle, typically found within an atom's nucleus, that possesses a positive electrical charge. The number of protons is unique for each chemical element.

Protozoa is the one-celled animals, usually microscopic, that are larger and more complex than bacteria. May cause disease.

A PSYCHOGENIC ILLNESS is This syndrome has been defined as a group of symptoms that develop in an individual (or a group of individuals in the same indoor environment) who are under some type of physical or emotional stress.

Deutsch: Psychologische Anpassung / Español: Adaptación psicológica / Português: Adaptação psicológica / Français: Adaptation psychologique / Italiano: Adattamento psicologico

Psychological adaptation in the environmental context refers to the process through which individuals and communities adjust their behavior, cognition, and emotional responses to cope with environmental changes or stressors. This can include a wide range of experiences, from adapting to the immediate impacts of natural disasters and climate change to long-term adjustments in response to changes in one's living environment, such as urbanization, noise pollution, or the degradation of natural spaces. Psychological adaptation is crucial for maintaining mental health and well-being in the face of environmental challenges and for fostering resilience in individuals and communities.

A Psychosocial Factors is Psychological, organizational, and personal stressors that could produce symptoms similar to those caused by poor indoor air quality.

A Puberty is Time of first estrus in sows, usually occurring at 6 mo. of age.

Deutsch: Öffentliche Verwaltung / Español: Administración pública / Português: Administração pública / Français: Administration publique / Italiano: Amministrazione pubblica

Public administration in the environmental context refers to governmental actions and policies aimed at managing, protecting, and enhancing the environment. This involves the implementation of laws, regulations, and programs that govern land use, pollution, natural resource management, and conservation efforts to ensure sustainable development and environmental stewardship.

A public estate is public land