Pesticides in rivers, lakes and groundwater in Europe

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Methodology Methodology for indicator calculation and for gap filling. Where relevant, include changes to methodology and subsequent implications for comparability. Also include uncertainties in relation to the indicator calculation and/or to gap filling) if these are considerable.

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Definition Clear definition of the indicator, including references to standards and classifications

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Unit of measure Unit in which data values are measured.

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Policy / environmental relevance The degree to which the indicator meets current/potential needs of users

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Accuracy and uncertainties Closeness of computations or estimates to the unknown exact or true values that the statistics were intended to measure; closeness of the initial estimated value to the subsequent estimated value. Includes, among others, comparability (geographical and over time).

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