Glossary R
Deutsch: Recycling / Español: Reciclaje / Português: Reciclagem / Français: Recyclage / Italiano: Riciclaggio /
Recycling is the collecting and reprocessing a resource so that it can be made into new products. An example is collecting aluminum cans, melting them down, and using the aluminum to make new cans or other aluminum products.
Deutsch: Redox / Español: Redox / Português: Redox / Français: Redox / Italiano: Redox
Redox in the environmental context refers to reduction-oxidation reactions, which are chemical processes that involve the transfer of electrons between substances. These reactions play a crucial role in various environmental processes, influencing the cycling of nutrients, the degradation of pollutants, and the overall functioning of ecosystems.
Deutsch: Riff / Español: Arrecife / Português: Recife / Français: Récif / Italiano: Barriera Corallina
Reef in the environmental context typically refers to a ridge of jagged rock, coral, or sand just above or below the surface of the sea. Among these, coral reefs are the most well-known and biologically diverse marine ecosystems, playing a critical role in the ocean's ecological balance.
Deutsch: Neuprogrammierung / Español: Reprogramación / Português: Reprogramação / Français: Reprogrammation / Italiano: Riprogrammazione
Reflashing in the environmental context refers to the process of updating or modifying the firmware or software of electronic devices, particularly in automotive and industrial applications, to improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and extend product lifespan. This technique is commonly used in vehicle engine control units (ECUs) to optimise fuel consumption and lower pollutants, aligning with environmental regulations.