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Glossary

Chemicals and Waste

Chemical: In the context of environment a hazardous substance that poses a threat to human health and/or the environment. (Source: GEMET/LEE) Waste: Material, often unusable, left over from any manufacturing, industrial, agricultural or other human processes. (Source: GEMET - HMD / OED)

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