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Deutsch: Luftfeuchtigkeit / Español: Humedad / Português: Umidade / Français: Humidité / Italiano: Umidità

Humidity in the context of quality management refers to the measure of the amount of water vapor present in the air or an environment. Controlling humidity levels is crucial in various industries to ensure product quality, safety, and the longevity of materials. It plays a significant role in processes ranging from manufacturing and storage to transportation and product performance.

Deutsch: Hydrolyse / Español: Hidrólisis / Português: Hidrólise / Français: Hydrolyse / Italiano: Idrolisi

Hydrolysis in the quality management context refers to a chemical process by which a compound is broken down into smaller components through the reaction with water. This process can significantly impact the quality, shelf life, and safety of various products, particularly in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and cosmetics. Managing the effects of hydrolysis involves careful selection of raw materials, control of manufacturing processes, and appropriate packaging and storage conditions to ensure product stability and integrity.

Deutsch: Hydrometer / Español: Hidrómetro / Português: Hidrômetro / Français: Hydromètre / Italiano: Idrometro

Hydrometer in the quality management context refers to a measuring instrument used to determine the density or specific gravity of liquids in relation to water. It is an essential tool in various industries, such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, and environmental testing, where the quality of products or processes often depends on precise liquid measurements. The hydrometer helps ensure compliance with quality standards by providing accurate readings of the density of liquids, which can indicate concentration, purity, and other important properties.

Deutsch: Hygiene / Español: Higiene / Português: Higiene / Français: Hygiène / Italiano: Igiene /

In the quality management context, hygiene refers to the practices and procedures that are implemented to ensure a safe and healthy environment for employees, customers, and other stakeholders.

Deutsch: Weitsichtigkeit / Español: Hipermetropía / Português: Hipermetropia / Français: Hyperopie / Italiano: Ipermetropia

Hyperopia (also known as farsightedness) is a common vision condition where distant objects can be seen more clearly than nearby objects. In the quality management context, hyperopia is metaphorically used to describe a situation where an organization focuses excessively on long-term goals and future planning while neglecting immediate issues and operational details.