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Φυσικές Επιστήμες SAT - Γη και Νερό

Εδώ θα μάθετε μερικές αγγλικές λέξεις που σχετίζονται με τη γη και το νερό, όπως "terrain", "estuary", "gorge" κ.λπ. που θα χρειαστείτε για να άσσος τα SAT σας.

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SAT Vocabulary for Natural Sciences
terrain
[ουσιαστικό]

an area of land, particularly in reference to its physical or natural features

εδάφος, ανάγλυφο

εδάφος, ανάγλυφο

Ex: Farmers adapted their cultivation techniques to suit the terrain of their land , employing terracing on slopes and irrigation systems in low-lying areas to optimize agricultural productivity .
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playa
[ουσιαστικό]

a flat-bottomed desert basin that periodically fills with water to form a temporary lake, but remains dry for most of the year

πλημμυρισμένος κάμπος, παλιάρικο λεκάνη

πλημμυρισμένος κάμπος, παλιάρικο λεκάνη

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pasture
[ουσιαστικό]

a field covered with grass or similar herbs suitable for animals to graze on

λίβαδι, χορτοτάπητας

λίβαδι, χορτοτάπητας

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foothill
[ουσιαστικό]

a low hill at the base of a mountain or mountain range

υπογάστριο, πρόποδες

υπογάστριο, πρόποδες

Ex: They built their home in foothills to enjoy the scenic views and fresh air .
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crest
[ουσιαστικό]

the highest point or summit, especially of a mountain or hill, where the incline culminates

κορυφή, άκρη

κορυφή, άκρη

Ex: During the cycling race , the most difficult part for the riders was the steep ascent to crest of the ridge .
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boulder
[ουσιαστικό]

a large rock, usually one that has been shaped by natural forces such as water or ice

ογκόλιθος, βράχος

ογκόλιθος, βράχος

Ex: The archaeologists discovered ancient petroglyphs carved into the surface of boulder, offering insights into the beliefs of past civilizations .
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ridge
[ουσιαστικό]

a long, narrow elevated strip of land or underwater feature that stands higher than its surroundings

ράχη, κορυφή

ράχη, κορυφή

Ex: ridge on the seafloor marked the boundary between two tectonic plates .
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landslide
[ουσιαστικό]

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

κατολίσθηση, βραχώδης κατολίσθηση

κατολίσθηση, βραχώδης κατολίσθηση

Ex: The government issued a warning to residents about the risk landslides during the storm .
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meadow
[ουσιαστικό]

a piece of land covered in grass and sometimes wild flowers, often used for hay

λίβαδι, λωρίδα

λίβαδι, λωρίδα

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rainforest
[ουσιαστικό]

‌a thick, tropical forest with tall trees and consistently heavy rainfall

ζούγκλα, υγρός δρυμός

ζούγκλα, υγρός δρυμός

Ex: rainforest is home to many indigenous communities .
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landmark
[ουσιαστικό]

a structure or a place that is historically important

ορόσημο, σημείο αναφοράς

ορόσημο, σημείο αναφοράς

Ex: In Washington , D.C. , the Lincoln Memorial serves as both a tribute to President Lincoln and a landmark of American history .
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mound
[ουσιαστικό]

a small, natural hill or raised area of earth, typically formed by natural processes

τύμβος, υψικάμινος

τύμβος, υψικάμινος

Ex: The children rolled down the mound in the park .
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mudflat
[ουσιαστικό]

a coastal wetland area that is covered by mud or silt at low tide and exposed at high tide

λάσπη (laspi), λάσπωση (lasposi)

λάσπη (laspi), λάσπωση (lasposi)

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berm
[ουσιαστικό]

a flat strip or ledge of land, located along the side of a road, typically used for drainage or as a barrier

βελτίωση, πάτωμα

βελτίωση, πάτωμα

Ex: The joggers ran on berm to avoid the busy road .
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bluff
[ουσιαστικό]

a high, steep cliff or bank overlooking a body of water, often formed by erosion or geological processes

κρηπίς, πρόβλημα

κρηπίς, πρόβλημα

Ex: The town was nestled at the base of a bluff along the river .
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bank
[ουσιαστικό]

land along the sides of a river, canal, etc.

όχθος, ακτή

όχθος, ακτή

Ex: The flooded river caused the water to rise above banks, spilling into the nearby fields .
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gorge
[ουσιαστικό]

a deep narrow valley, typically with a stream running through it

στενωπός, φαράγγι

στενωπός, φαράγγι

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tundra
[ουσιαστικό]

the expansive flat Arctic regions, of North America, Asia, and Europe, in which no trees grow and the soil is always frozen

τούρνα, ήπιος στάδιο

τούρνα, ήπιος στάδιο

Ex: Climate change poses a threat to tundra regions worldwide, affecting wildlife habitats and contributing to permafrost thawing.
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tract
[ουσιαστικό]

a large area of land, often defined by boundaries, used for specific purposes such as development, agriculture, or conservation

τεμάχιο, εκτάση

τεμάχιο, εκτάση

Ex: The conservation organization acquired a tract of wetlands to protect migratory bird habitats .
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overland
[επίθετο]

related to travel or transport over land, especially across long distances or difficult terrain

χορηγούμενος επί ξηράς, δια ξηράς

χορηγούμενος επί ξηράς, δια ξηράς

Ex: The company specializes in organizing overland expeditions for adventurous travelers.
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to erode
[ρήμα]

to undergo gradual wearing away or reduction in size, typically as a result of natural forces or environmental factors

διαβρώνω, αποσυνθέτω

διαβρώνω, αποσυνθέτω

Ex: In the absence of vegetation , erode more quickly during storms .
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rapid
[ουσιαστικό]

a fast and turbulent part of a river with swift currents and obstacles like rocks

καταρράκτης, ποτάμι

καταρράκτης, ποτάμι

Ex: The guide steered the raft through rapids safely .
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creek
[ουσιαστικό]

a narrow, shallow watercourse, often flowing through a confined natural channel

ρυάκι, χείμαρρος

ρυάκι, χείμαρρος

Ex: Wildflowers lined the edges of creek, adding a burst of color to the landscape .
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tributary
[ουσιαστικό]

a watercourse that flows into a larger river or body of water

υποχείμαρρος, πρόσφυση

υποχείμαρρος, πρόσφυση

Ex: Navigating through the heart of Europe , the Danube River gains strength as it tributaries like the Inn and Drava Rivers .
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puddle
[ουσιαστικό]

a small pool of water or other liquid, particularly rainwater

λακκούβα, πιτσιλιά

λακκούβα, πιτσιλιά

Ex: puddle reflected the lights of the city at night , creating a shimmering effect on the pavement .
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eddy
[ουσιαστικό]

a circular current of water or air that moves against the main flow, creating a small whirlpool or whirl

Καταιγίδα, Στροβιλισμός

Καταιγίδα, Στροβιλισμός

Ex: The swimmer steered clear of eddy to avoid getting pulled in .
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current
[ουσιαστικό]

the flow or movement of water or a liquid in a specific direction

ρεύμα, κίνηση

ρεύμα, κίνηση

Ex: The warm ocean current influences the coastal climate, making winters milder.
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brook
[ουσιαστικό]

a small, natural watercourse or stream; typically characterized by a gentle and continuous flow

ρέμα, ρυάκι

ρέμα, ρυάκι

Ex: brook's clear water sparkled in the sunlight .
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ripple
[ουσιαστικό]

a slight wave or series of waves on the water's surface caused by a breeze or a disturbance

κυματισμός, ταραχή

κυματισμός, ταραχή

Ex: She watched ripples spread out from where the fish had jumped .
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trickle
[ουσιαστικό]

a small, slow flow of liquid

σταλαγμα, ρυάκι

σταλαγμα, ρυάκι

Ex: trickle of blood emerged from the small cut on her finger .
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inlet
[ουσιαστικό]

a narrow body of water between islands or leading inland from a larger body of water, often serving as a passageway or channel

κόλπος, είσοδος

κόλπος, είσοδος

Ex: The tidal flow through inlet created a unique ecosystem .
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swash
[ουσιαστικό]

the gentle, rhythmic movement and sound of water as it washes up onto the shore or against objects

κίνηση του νερού, μουσική του νερού

κίνηση του νερού, μουσική του νερού

Ex: After the storm , swash of raindrops against the window was comforting .
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runoff
[ουσιαστικό]

the excess liquid, typically water, that exceeds the capacity of an area to contain or absorb it

υπερχείλιση, εκροή

υπερχείλιση, εκροή

Ex: Urban planning now incorporates green spaces to absorb runoff and reduce flooding risks .
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lagoon
[ουσιαστικό]

a shallow body of water separated from a larger body of water, often by a barrier island, coral reef, or sandbar

λιμνοθάλασσα, λαγόνι

λιμνοθάλασσα, λαγόνι

Ex: The Okavango Delta in Botswana lagoons and water channels , attracting a rich variety of wildlife .
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swamp
[ουσιαστικό]

an area of land that is covered with water or is always very wet

βάλτος, τσιμινιέρα

βάλτος, τσιμινιέρα

Ex: Local folklore often tells tales of mysterious creatures lurking in the depths of swamp, adding to its allure and mystery .
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estuary
[ουσιαστικό]

the part of a river that is wide and where it meets the sea

εκβολή, στόμιο

εκβολή, στόμιο

Ex: Environmentalists work to estuaries from pollution and habitat destruction .
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gully
[ουσιαστικό]

a narrow channel or ravine formed by the erosion of soil, especially by running water during rainfall or storms

χαράδρα, γκάλι

χαράδρα, γκάλι

Ex: Wildlife tracks often follow the course of a gully, providing natural pathways through the landscape.
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slough
[ουσιαστικό]

a stagnant or slow-moving channel or inlet, often connected to a larger body of water, such as a marsh, swamp, or backwater

αυλάκι, λίμνη

αυλάκι, λίμνη

Ex: Over time , sediment buildup narrowed slough, altering its ecosystem dynamics .
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splatter
[ουσιαστικό]

the scattered droplets or particles of water or liquid that result from something being struck or dispersed forcefully

πλαστικιά, σταγόνα

πλαστικιά, σταγόνα

Ex: The chef stirred the soup vigorously , causing splatter of broth on the stove .
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fjord
[ουσιαστικό]

a steep, deep, and narrow sea inlet surrounded by tall cliffs, created by a glacier

φιόρδ, φιόρδος

φιόρδ, φιόρδος

Ex: fjords created by the Harding Icefield in Alaska showcase unique features and diverse wildlife .
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tsunami
[ουσιαστικό]

a very high wave or series of waves caused by an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption

τσunami, τσουνάμι

τσunami, τσουνάμι

Ex: After the earthquake , the government issued an evacuation order due to the risk of tsunami.
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cascade
[ουσιαστικό]

a small steep waterfall, usually one of several others

καταρράκτης, μικρός καταρράκτης

καταρράκτης, μικρός καταρράκτης

Ex: The guidebook highlighted a cascade as a must-see attraction .
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