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Environment
acid rain
rain which contains large amounts of harmful chemicals as a result of
burning substances such as coal and oil.
biodegradable
biodiversity
the number and variety of plant and animal species that exist in a
particular environmental area or in the world generally, or the problem
of preserving and protecting this.
carbon monoxide
carbon dioxide
climate
The Mediterranean climate is good for growing citrus fruits and grapes.
climate change
deforestation
disposable products
disposable nappies
drought
earthquake
endangered species
energy
the power from something such as electricity or oil, which can do work,
such as providing light and heat. There are different types of energy:
solar, nuclear, hydroelectric...
The energy generated by the windmill drives all the drainage pumps.
energy conservation
environment
the air, water and land in or on which people, animals and plants live.
flood
fumes
natural resources
things such as minerals, forests, coal, etc. which exist in a place and can
be used by people.
Some natural resources, such as natural gas and fossil fuel, cannot be
replaced.
global warming
greenhouse effect
green peace
renewable energy
oil slick
a layer of oil that is floating over a large area of the surface of the sea,
usually because an accident has caused it to escape from a ship or
container.
ozone layer
a layer of air high above the Earth, which contains a lot of ozone, and
which prevents harmful ultraviolet light from the sun from reaching the
Earth.
pollution
recycle waste
sustainable development
tsunami
unleaded petrol
describes a type of petrol or other substance that does not contain lead.
a mountain with a large circular hole at the top through which lava (=
hot liquid rock), gases, steam and dust are or have been forced out.
waste
unwanted matter or material of any type, often that which is left after
useful substances or parts have been removed.
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Develop your reading skills. Read the following text about how
to protect the environment and do the comprehension questions
Seven ways to protect the environment
We all want to protect our planet, but we're mostly too busy or too lazy
to put up big change that would improve our lifestyle and save the
environment.
These are 7 simple habits to implement in your everyday life which will
make a difference. There is nothing new here but if you follow at least
some of these tips, you can be proud of yourself participating in the
protection of the environment.
4. Walk or cycle:
Driving is one of the biggest causes of pollution. If you want
to use your car, ask yourself the following question: do I
really need my car? Walk or use your bike if the journey is a
short one.
5. Detergent:
Follow the recommended dose of detergent to wash your
clothes or dishes.
6. leaky faucets:
Watch leaky faucets, which can cause a significant increase
in the the water bill. An average of 120 liters of water can be
wasted due to a dripping faucet.
7. Rainwater:
Think of recovering rainwater. This water can be used for
different purposes.
This list is far from being exhaustive but in addition to saving the
environment, all these tips will help you save money.
Comprehension:
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Reading Comprehension - Pollution and its
Negative Effects
Comprehension
1. The damage caused by pollution might be irreversible:
a. True
b. False
2. The ecosystem
a. can always cope with pollutants
b. may not always be able to cope with pollution.
3. Pollution
a. is always caused by humans.
b. may sometimes be caused by natural disasters.