Glossary S

The Environmental Glossary. Letter S +++ Popular Articles: 'Soil', 'Substance', 'Surface'

Deutsch: Schutz / Español: Refugio / Português: Abrigamento / Français: Abri / Italiano: Riparo

Sheltering in the environmental context refers to the natural or artificial protection provided to organisms, ecosystems, or human communities from adverse environmental conditions such as extreme weather, predators, and other threats. It involves creating or utilizing physical structures, vegetation, or landscapes that offer refuge and security from environmental hazards. Sheltering is essential for maintaining biodiversity, supporting wildlife, protecting human settlements, and mitigating the impacts of climate change.

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Deutsch: Küstenlinie / Español: Línea costera / Português: Linha de costa / Français: Littoral / Italiano: Linea di costa

Shoreline in the environmental context refers to the boundary line where land meets a body of water, such as an ocean, sea, lake, or river. It is a dynamic and critical interface that plays a significant role in ecosystems, human activity, and environmental processes.

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A sick building syndrome is a human health condition where infections linger, caused by exposure to contaminants within a building as a result of poor ventilation.

A Silage is a feed prepared by chopping green Forage (e.g. grass, legumes, field corn) and placing the material in a structure or Container designed to exclude air. The material then

Deutsch: Schluff / Español: Limo / Português: Sedimento / Français: Limon / Italiano: Limo

Silt in the environment context refers to fine-grained soil or sediment particles that are smaller than sand but larger than clay, typically between 0.002 and 0.05 millimeters in diameter. Silt is a crucial component of soil and aquatic sediments, known for its fertility and its role in affecting the physical properties of soils, including moisture retention and aeration. In aquatic environments, silt particles can be carried by water currents, playing an essential role in the formation of sedimentary deposits and influencing water quality and aquatic habitats.

Deutsch: Silber / Español: Plata / Português: Prata / Français: Argent / Italiano: Argento

Silver in the environmental context refers to both the natural metal and its implications for ecosystems, human activities, and environmental health. Silver is a naturally occurring element that is valued for its conductivity, antimicrobial properties, and aesthetic appeal. It is widely used in various industries, including electronics, solar panels, and jewellery. However, its extraction and use have significant environmental impacts that need to be managed carefully.

Deutsch: Agroforstwirtschaft / Español: Silvopastoreo / Português: Silvopastoril / Français: Sylvopastoralisme / Italiano: Silvopastorizia

Silvopasture in the environmental context refers to an integrated land management system that combines the cultivation of trees and shrubs with livestock grazing on the same land. This practice promotes biodiversity, enhances soil health, and provides economic benefits, making it a sustainable approach to agriculture and forestry.

Deutsch: Einzelliger Organismus / Español: organismo unicelular / Português: organismo unicelular / Français: organisme unicellulaire / Italiano: organismo unicellulare

Single-celled organism in the environmental context refers to any organism that consists of only one cell, performing all necessary functions within that single cell. These organisms are fundamental components of ecosystems, playing vital roles in ecological processes such as nutrient cycling, primary production, and decomposition.