Glossary D

Digital imaging is described as a method of image editing in which a picture is recorded as digital information that can be read and manipulated by a computer, and subsequently reformed as a visible image.

Digicover defined as a process by which original paperback cover is copied and laminated to a hard cover. The original cover must have a complete spine. These materials are adhesive bound.

Dead coral characterized as any pieces of coral that are dead when exported, but that may have been alive when collected, and in which the structure of corallites (the skeleton of the individual polyp) is still intact; specimens are therefore identifiable to the level of species or genus.

Deutsch: Entwaldung / Español: deforestación / Português: desflorestação / Français: déforestation / Italiano: deforestazione

Deforestation in the industrial context refers to the large-scale removal of forests to make way for industrial activities such as mining, agriculture, and urban development. This process not only involves the physical clearing of forest lands but also encompasses the broader environmental, economic, and social implications associated with the expansion of industrial and commercial operations.

Deutsch: Diskriminierung in der industriellen Industrie / Español: Discriminación en la industria / Português: Discriminação na indústria / Français: Discrimination dans l'industrie / Italiano: Discriminazione nell'industria /

Discrimination in the industrial and industry context refers to the unfair or unequal treatment of individuals or groups based on their characteristics, such as race, gender, age, religion, disability, or other protected attributes. This discriminatory behavior can manifest in various forms, including hiring practices, promotions, pay disparities, workplace harassment, and unequal access to opportunities. Discrimination not only harms individuals but also has broader implications for workplace culture, productivity, and the reputation of industries and organizations.

Detergent refers to a cleansing agent for removing dirt, grease, etc.

Deutsch: Fleiß / Español: Diligencia / Português: Diligência / Français: Diligence / Italiano: Diligenza /

Diligence in the industrial and industry context refers to the careful and persistent effort, attention, and thoroughness applied in various aspects of industrial operations, including manufacturing, compliance, risk management, quality control, and decision-making. It involves a proactive approach to ensure that tasks and processes are carried out diligently to achieve desired outcomes, meet industry standards, and minimize risks. Diligence plays a critical role in enhancing productivity, safety, and overall efficiency within industrial settings.

Difluprednate is a synthetic corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory properties, widely used in various industrial applications. This pharmaceutical compound plays a crucial role in addressing inflammation-related issues that industrial workers may encounter due to occupational exposures. Its use in industrial settings primarily revolves around mitigating skin and ocular inflammation, making it an essential component of occupational health and safety.