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Environment statistics
The development of methodologies and data collection in support of the development and harmonization of national and international statistics on the environment.
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Gas cleaning plant
Environment; Environment statistics
Pollution control facility, including dust arresters, sulphur dioxide absorbers and wet scrubbers.
Flux in nuclear science
Environment; Environment statistics
The amount of radiation per unit volume of space multiplied by the mean velocity of the radiation.
Salt water intrusion
Environment; Environment statistics
Mixing of saltwater with freshwater. It can occur in either surface-water or groundwater bodies.
Farmstead
Environment; Environment statistics
Entity comprising the main building, adjacent yards, kitchen, garden and family orchard on a farm.
Epidemic
Environment; Environment statistics
Widespread outbreak of a disease that affects a large number of individuals at a particular time.
Biome
Environment; Environment statistics
Vegetation belt/region on the earth's surface determined by its distinct climatic conditions.
Comminution
Environment; Environment statistics
Mechanical shredding or pulverising of waste. It is used in solid waste or waste-water treatment.
