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EPA EcoBox

EPA EcoBox Tools by Receptors

A receptor is defined as the ecological entity exposed to the stressor. This term may refer to plants and animals (including endangered and threatened species), habitats, or ecosystems. “Ecological component” (U.S. EPA, 1992) is an alternative term used; however, “receptor” is usually clearer in discussions of exposure where the emphasis is on the stressor-receptor relationship (U.S. EPA, 1998). This tool set is presented as 4 modules:

BiotaBiota

See information and tools related to biota


 

Endangered SpeciesEndangered Species

See information and tools related to endangered species


 

Habitat and EcosystemsHabitats and Ecosystems

See information and tools related to habitats and ecosystems