Natural Health Glossary
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organic

[n] a fertilizer that is derived from animal or vegetable matter
[adj] Of, relating to, or derived from living organisms
[adj] of, relating to, yielding, or involving the use of food produced with the use of feed or fertilizer of plant or animal origin without employment of chemically formulated fertilizers, growth stimulants, antibiotics, or pesticides "organic farming", "organic produce"
Serving organic food: an organic restaurant.
Simple, healthful, and close to nature: an organic lifestyle.   (more info - organic)

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volatile organic compounds (voc)

Any of the naturally occuring (organic) chemicals that have a high vapour pressure and will become airborne at room temperature.

The term Volatile Organic Compound is often used in relation to organic solvents, paint additives, and fuels. Volatile Organic Compounds can be found in paint thinner, aerosol spray propellants, gasoline, kerosene, turpentine, dry cleaning solvents, and essential oils.

They are also naturally emitted by plants and trees.   (more info - volatile organic compounds (voc))

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