Glossary Archive

Wetland restoration: The process of returning degraded wetlands to their natural state to improve ecological functions and biodiversity.

Whole genome sequencing deciphers the complete DNA sequence of an organism's genome, providing comprehensive genetic data.

Wilson's disease is a genetic disorder causing copper buildup in the body, leading to liver and neurological damage.

Wireless odor sensing systems are advanced devices that detect and transmit data about smells without needing physical connections.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is a global body that sets health standards and coordinates international public health efforts.

X-ray diffraction: Analytical technique to determine atomic structure by observing the scattering patterns of X-rays on a crystalline sample.

X-ray fluorescence is a technique that identifies elemental composition by measuring secondary X-rays emitted from a sample.

X-ray fluorescence spectrometry is a technique for determining elemental composition by measuring emitted X-ray wavelengths.

X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy is an analytical technique used to determine the elemental composition of a sample by measuring the fluorescent X-rays emitted.

A xenobiotic is a chemical compound foreign to a living organism, often assessed in water for potential environmental impact.