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Nature

29 Words

15m

biodiversity
1.
bio
di
ver
si
ty
Noun

the existence of a range of different plants and animals in a natural environment

The rainforest is known for its rich biodiversity, housing countless species of flora and fauna.

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environmentalist
2.
en
vi
ron
ment
a
list
Noun

a person who is concerned with the environment and tries to protect it

The environmentalist organized a campaign to raise awareness about plastic pollution in the oceans.

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conservation
3.
con
ser
va
tion
Noun

the protection of the natural environment and resources from wasteful human activities

Conservation efforts are crucial to preserving endangered species and their habitats.

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deforestation
4.
de
fo
res
ta
tion
Noun

the extensive removal of forests, typically causing environmental damage

Large-scale deforestation is driven by the demand for agricultural land.

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eclipse
5.
ec
lipse
Noun

a period during which the sun or moon is temporarily obscured by the shadow of another celestial body

We watched the solar eclipse through special protective glasses.

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solar
6.
so
lar
Adjective

related to the sun

Solar eclipses occur when the moon blocks the sun's light.

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lunar
7.
lu
nar
Adjective

relating to the moon

She purchased a lunar calendar to track the phases of the moon.

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moonlight
8.
moon
light
Noun

the light coming from the moon

They took a romantic walk along the beach, guided by the soft moonlight.

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northern lights
Noun

the mainly green and red lights that appear in the sky in the Northern Hemisphere of the earth

Tourists travel to Norway and Canada to witness the mesmerizing Northern Lights.

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float
10.
float
Verb

to be in motion on a body of water or current of air at a slow pace

As the paper boat was set adrift, it started to float lazily along the tranquil pond.

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tide
11.
tide
Noun

the rise and fall of the sea level, which happens regularly, as a result of the attraction of the sun and moon

Fishermen need to be aware of the tide schedule to ensure their boats are safely docked.

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steam
12.
steam
Verb

to release hot water vapor into the air

As the kettle heated up, it began to steam, signaling that the water was boiling.

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sunlight
13.
sun
light
Noun

the natural light coming from the sun

The sunlight streamed through the windows, filling the room with warmth.

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dawn
14.
dawn
Noun

the first time sunlight appears during the day

They woke up early to watch the dawn break over the mountains.

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eruption
15.
e
rup
tion
Noun

the sudden outburst of lava and steam from a volcanic mountain

The volcanic eruption sent ash and lava flowing down the mountainside.

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volcanic
16.
vol
ca
nic
Adjective

related to or formed by the activity of volcanoes

The volcanic eruption sent plumes of ash into the sky.

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lava
17.
la
va
Noun

a substance from the inner layers of the earth which is erupted out of a volcanic mountain

The flowing lava from the volcano destroyed everything in its path.

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landslide
18.
land
slide
Noun

a sudden fall of a large mass of dirt or rock down a mountainside or cliff

The heavy rains triggered a landslide that blocked the main road.

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ecology
19.
e
co
lo
gy
Noun

the scientific study of the environment or the interrelation of living creatures and the way they affect each other

Ecology examines how plants and animals adapt to their environments.

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ecosystem
20.
e
co
sys
tem
Noun

a community of living organisms together with their physical environment, interacting as a system

Coral reefs are diverse ecosystems that support a wide range of marine life.

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nonrenewable
21.
non
re
ne
wable
Adjective

(of a natural resource or source of energy) existing in limited amounts and not replaceable after being used

Oil is a nonrenewable resource that will eventually run out if we continue to use it at the current rate.

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hydroelectric
22.
hyd
ro
e
lect
ric
Adjective

relating to the electric power which is generated by the flow of water

Many remote mountain towns rely on hydroelectric power generated from nearby rivers and waterfalls.

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turbine
23.
tur
bine
Noun

a machine or engine that produces power from the pressure of a liquid or gas on a turning wheel

Steam turbines are commonly used in power plants to generate electricity.

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alternative energy
24.
alternative energy
Noun

power generated by any source of energy in a way that does not harm the environment or consume the natural resources of the earth

Solar panels are a popular form of alternative energy that harnesses sunlight to generate electricity.

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fume
25.
fume
Noun

smoke or gas that has a sharp smell or is harmful if inhaled

The factory released toxic fumes that posed a health risk to nearby residents.

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preserve
26.
pre
serve
Verb

to cause something to remain in its original state without any significant change

Historical artifacts are preserved in museums to maintain their original condition.

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slope
27.
slope
Verb

to incline or slant in a particular direction

The mountain road sloped steeply upward, making it challenging for the cyclists to ascend.

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28.
pitch
black
Adjective

without any light

The cave was pitch-black; not a single ray of light penetrated its depths.

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29.
sub
ze
ro
Adjective

having below zero degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit

The Antarctic winter brings sub-zero temperatures that challenge even the most prepared researchers.

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