6. Glossary
Abiotic (process); abiotic
In an ecosystem, refers to one or more physico-chemical factors, independent of life, such as the action of water, wind, sunlight, temperature, etc.
Anthropic (process); anthropic
In an ecosystem, refers to phenomena linked directly or indirectly to human activity.
Biosolids; biosolids
Biosolids are solid sludges from wastewater treatment that have undergone further purification or "stabilization" (suggesting "better" quality, according to some organizations). This matrix differs from sewage sludge in that it contains less water and pathogens. A term commonly used in the United States, notably by the US-EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency), biosolids can be used as such, or composted before final application.
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Ifremer Contaminants monitored – Envlit – Ifremer
https://www.ifremer.fr/envlit/Surveillance-du-littoral/Contaminants-chimiques/Contaminants-suivis
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...Standards and norms
- Organic amendments – Designations, specifications and marking. - NF U44-051 - 2006
- Sludge, treated biowaste and soil – Determination of foreign matter and stones. - XP CEN/TS 16202 - 2013
- Organic amendments and growing media – Analysis method for inert components – Bleach method. - NF U44-164 - 2014
- Plastics – Biodegradable thermoplastic mulch films for use in agriculture and horticulture – Requirements...
Regulations
Law no. 2020-105 of February 10, 2020 on the fight against waste and the circular economy. 2020.
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