LCA Glossary

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Background Data

Data

Generic or average data used for processes in the background system, typically from LCA databases.

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Foreground Data Secondary Data

Data Quality

Data

Characteristics of data that relate to their ability to satisfy stated requirements. Includes precision, completeness, representativeness, consistency, and reproducibility.

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Uncertainty Sensitivity Analysis

Foreground Data

Data

Specific data for the processes directly under the control of the commissioner of the study.

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Background Data Primary Data

Primary Data

Data

Data obtained from direct measurements or calculations based on direct measurements at their original sources.

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Secondary Data Foreground Data

Secondary Data

Data

Data obtained from literature, databases, or other indirect sources rather than direct measurement.

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Primary Data Background Data