The Environment and Energy

a huge round object that moves in an orbit, around the sun, or any other star

Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.

the mood or feeling of a particular environment, especially one created by art, music, or decor

The café's cozy atmosphere, soft lighting and jazz music, made customers stay for hours.

the place or area in which certain animals, birds, or plants naturally exist, lives, and grows

Coral reefs provide a rich habitat for thousands of marine species.

(usually plural) a country's gas, oil, trees, etc. that are considered valuable and therefore can be sold to gain wealth

The country's natural resources include oil, natural gas, and minerals.

the ability to control or have an effect on things or people

The king's power over his kingdom was absolute.

any substance that can produce energy or heat when burned

Wood is a common fuel for campfires.

a fuel that is found in nature and obtained from the remains of plants and animals that died millions of years ago, such as coal and gas

Burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

a type of fossil fuel, which is black and found in the ground, typically used as a source of energy

Coal has been a crucial source of energy for centuries, playing a significant role in powering industries and generating electricity worldwide.

a liquid that is smooth and thick, made from animals or plants, and used in cooking

She added a tablespoon of oil to the pan before cooking the vegetables.

the physical and mental strength required for activity, work, etc.

After studying all night, he had no energy left for the exam.

a clean and powerful energy that is obtained by splitting atoms, which then can be used to produce heat, electricity, etc.

the amount of carbon dioxide that an organization or person releases into the atmosphere

Flying frequently increases your carbon footprint significantly.

a type of gas with no color and smell that is produced by burning carbon or during breathing out

Breathing out releases carbon dioxide into the air.

not having any bacteria, marks, or dirt

He washed his hands to keep them clean.

the act of removing harmful or dirty substances from somewhere

referring to products, actions, or practices that are designed to cause minimal harm to the environment

The company switched to eco-friendly packaging made from recycled materials.

having the color of fresh grass or most plant leaves

His eyes were a striking green shade, like emeralds.

to damage the environment by releasing harmful chemicals or substances to the air, water, or land

Factories often pollute the air with emissions from burning fossil fuels.

to use a supply of energy, fuel, etc.

During the winter months, households tend to consume more energy for heating to stay warm.

an urgent situation in which proper action must be taken to remove the threats done to the environment

any destruction caused by the nature that results in a great amount of damage or the death of many, such as an earthquake, flood, etc.

The city was devastated by a natural disaster, leaving many homeless.

the sudden release of lava, gases, and ash from a volcano

The volcanic eruption sent ash clouds high into the sky.

things such as household materials that have no use anymore

He threw the garbage into the bin after dinner.

to use something without care or more than needed

She tends to waste water by leaving the faucet running while brushing her teeth.

any type of gas, particularly carbon dioxide, that contributes to global warming by trapping heat

Carbon dioxide is a major greenhouse gas responsible for global warming.

a global problem that is caused by the increase of harmful gases such as carbon dioxide which results in gradual warming of the earth

The greenhouse effect is a natural phenomenon vital for sustaining life on Earth, but the enhanced greenhouse effect caused by human activities has accelerated climate change and its associated impacts.

consisting of poisonous substances

The toxic fumes emitted by the factory posed a serious threat to the health of nearby residents.

(of an animal or insect) producing a substance that kills or harms a prey or an enemy

Many people are afraid of the poisonous stingers of jellyfish.

toxic and harmful substances in the air that can cause illnesses

The heavy air pollution made it difficult to breathe and caused itchy eyes for many residents.

a cloud of chemicals produced by burning something

Smoke rose from the chimney as the fire burned inside.

a large building in which electricity is made

The massive hydroelectric power plant harnessed the power of the rushing river to generate clean electricity.

to make a waste product usable again

Recycling paper involves collecting and processing used paper products to make new paper.

to make a waste product usable again

Recycling paper involves collecting and processing used paper products to make new paper.

(of a resource, energy, etc.) naturally restored as fast as or faster than they are used up

Solar energy is a renewable resource that is continuously replenished by the sun's rays.

an unexpected and usually dangerous situation needing immediate attention or action

The lifeguard quickly responded to the emergency when a swimmer began struggling in the water.

to become destroyed, often due to the action of bacteria or fungi over time

If not refrigerated, food can quickly rot.

any substance that is dirty, disgusting, or unpleasant

The abandoned building was overrun with filth, its floors littered with garbage and its walls coated in layers of grime.