high-chemical
[/haɪ ˈkɛmɪkəl/]
adjective
altamente químico; com alto teor químico
1. Containing or characterized by a high concentration or proportion of chemical substances; having significant chemical composition or properties
The high-chemical content of the fertilizer made it very effective but also hazardous.
O alto teor químico do fertilizante o tornou muito eficaz, mas também perigoso.
2. Involving or dependent on chemical processes to a considerable degree
Modern agriculture relies heavily on high-chemical inputs to maximize crop yield.
A agricultura moderna depende muito de insumos altamente químicos para maximizar a produção agrícola.
3. Processed or manufactured using extensive chemical treatment or synthetic compounds
Some consumers prefer organic products over high-chemical alternatives.
Alguns consumidores preferem produtos orgânicos em vez de alternativas altamente químicas.
This term is commonly used in discussions about food production, environmental sustainability, and health consciousness in both Brazilian and American contexts. It often carries a slightly negative connotation among health-conscious consumers and environmental advocates who prefer organic or natural alternatives. In Brazil, the term reflects growing concerns about pesticide use in agriculture, while in the USA it's frequently used in marketing for organic and natural products.
Related Idioms & Phrases
high-chemical diet (dieta altamente química) - referring to processed foods with many additives
high-chemical agriculture (agricultura altamente química) - farming that relies heavily on synthetic inputs
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