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El libro English File - Intermedio Alto - Lección 10A

Aquí encontrarás el vocabulario de la Lección 10A del libro de curso English File Upper Intermediate, como "científico", "experimento", "astrónomo", etc.

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science
science
[Sustantivo]

knowledge about the structure and behavior of the natural and physical world, especially based on testing and proving facts

ciencia

ciencia

Ex: She learns about the laws of physics and the properties of matter in her science lessons. 

Ella aprende sobre las leyes de la física y las propiedades de la materia en sus clases de ciencia.

scientist
scientist
[Sustantivo]

someone whose job or education is about science

científico

científico

Ex: He won an award for his contributions as a young scientist. 

Ganó un premio por sus contribuciones como joven científico.

physics
physics
[Sustantivo]

the scientific study of matter and energy and the relationships between them, including the study of natural forces such as light, heat, and movement

física

física

Ex: Understanding physics is essential for careers in engineering and technology. 

Comprender la física es esencial para carreras en ingeniería y tecnología.

physician
physician
[Sustantivo]

a medical doctor who specializes in general medicine, not in surgery

médico

médico

Ex: The primary care physician referred the patient to a specialist for further evaluation. 

El médico de atención primaria derivó al paciente a un especialista para una evaluación adicional.

physical
physical
[Adjetivo]

involving or concerning the study of energy, force, matter, heat, etc.

físico

físico

Ex: The physical properties of the material were tested to determine its strength and resistance to heat. 

Las propiedades físicas del material fueron probadas para determinar su fuerza y resistencia al calor.

scientific
scientific
[Adjetivo]

relating to or based on the principles and methods of science

científico

científico

Ex: Climate change is a pressing scientific issue that requires collaborative efforts from researchers worldwide. 

El cambio climático es un problema científico apremiante que requiere esfuerzos colaborativos de investigadores de todo el mundo.

chemistry
chemistry
[Sustantivo]

the branch of science that is concerned with studying the structure of substances and the way that they change or combine with each other

química

química

Ex: Understanding the basics of chemistry is essential for many scientific careers. 

Comprender los conceptos básicos de la química es esencial para muchas carreras científicas.

chemical
chemical
[Adjetivo]

concerning or used in the scientific field of chemistry

químico

químico

Ex: Chemists use various chemical techniques and instruments to analyze and characterize substances. 

Los químicos utilizan diversas técnicas químicas e instrumentos para analizar y caracterizar sustancias.

biology
biology
[Sustantivo]

the scientific study of living organisms; the science that studies living organisms

biología

biología

Ex: His biology professor was renowned for research in genetic engineering. 

Su profesor de biología era reconocido por su investigación en ingeniería genética.

biologist
biologist
[Sustantivo]

a person who studies the science that deals with living organisms

biólogo

biólogo

Ex: The biologist presented her findings on the impact of climate change on local plant species at the conference. 
biological
biological
[Adjetivo]

relating to the science that explores living organisms and their functions

biológico

biológico

Ex: The biological classification system categorizes organisms into various groups based on their characteristics. 
astronomy
astronomy
[Sustantivo]

a branch of science that studies space, planets, etc.

astronomía

astronomía

Ex: Historical records show how ancient civilizations used astronomy to develop calendars and navigate across oceans. 

Los registros históricos muestran cómo las civilizaciones antiguas usaban la astronomía para desarrollar calendarios y navegar a través de los océanos.

astronomer
astronomer
[Sustantivo]

a scientist who studies or observes planets, stars, and other happenings in the universe

astrónomo

astrónomo

Ex: She became an astronomer because of her fascination with the mysteries of the cosmos. 

Se convirtió en astrónoma debido a su fascinación por los misterios del cosmos.

astronomical
astronomical
[Adjetivo]

concerning or involving the scientific field of astronomy

astronómico, relativo a la astronomía

astronómico, relativo a la astronomía

Ex: Astronomical distances in space are often measured in light-years, the distance light travels in one year. 

Las distancias astronómicas en el espacio a menudo se miden en años luz, la distancia que recorre la luz en un año.

genetics
genetics
[Sustantivo]

the branch of biology that deals with how individual features and different characteristics are passed through genes

genética

genética

Ex: The field of genetics continues to evolve with new technologies and discoveries. 

El campo de la genética continúa evolucionando con nuevas tecnologías y descubrimientos.

geneticist
geneticist
[Sustantivo]

a specialist in or student of the branch of biology that deals with how individual features and different characteristics are passed through genes

genetista,  especialista en genética

genetista, especialista en genética

Ex: The geneticist used advanced technology to map the human genome and identify specific genes linked to cancer. 

El genetista utilizó tecnología avanzada para mapear el genoma humano e identificar genes específicos relacionados con el cáncer.

genetical
genetical
[Adjetivo]

involving or concerning the scientific field of genetics

genético

genético

botany
botany
[Sustantivo]

the scientific study of plants, their structure, genetics, classification, etc.

botánico

botánico

Ex: Botany helps us understand how plants contribute to environmental health. 

La botánica nos ayuda a entender cómo las plantas contribuyen a la salud ambiental.

botanist
botanist
[Sustantivo]

a student of or specialist in the scientific study of plants, their structure, genetics, classification, etc.

botánico, especialista en botánica

botánico, especialista en botánica

Ex: The botanist presented his research on the classification of new plant species discovered in the remote mountain range. 

El botánico presentó su investigación sobre la clasificación de nuevas especies de plantas descubiertas en la remota cadena montañosa.

botanical
botanical
[Adjetivo]

concerning or involving the study of plants, their structure, genetics, classification, etc.

botánico

botánico

Ex: Botanical conservation efforts aim to protect endangered plant species and their habitats. 

Los esfuerzos de conservación botánica tienen como objetivo proteger las especies de plantas en peligro y sus hábitats.

zoology
zoology
[Sustantivo]

a branch of science that deals with animals

zoología

zoología

Ex: He spent his summers interning at a zoo to gain hands-on experience in zoology. 

Pasó sus veranos haciendo prácticas en un zoológico para adquirir experiencia práctica en zoología.

zoologist
zoologist
[Sustantivo]

a specialist in or student of the branch of science that deals with animals

zoólogo

zoólogo

zoological
zoological
[Adjetivo]

involving or concerning the branch of science that deals with animals

zoológico, relativo a la zoología

zoológico, relativo a la zoología

Ex: The zoological exhibit at the museum offers an in-depth look at the anatomy and behavior of marine life. 

La exhibición zoológica en el museo ofrece una mirada en profundidad a la anatomía y el comportamiento de la vida marina.

clone
clone
[Sustantivo]

a cell or a group of cells created through a natural or artificial process from a source that they are genetically identical to

clon

clon

Ex: Researchers created a clone of the original stem cell to study its potential for regenerating damaged tissues. 

Los investigadores crearon un clon de la célula madre original para estudiar su potencial para regenerar tejidos dañados.

discovery
discovery
[Sustantivo]

the act of finding something for the first time and before others

descubrimiento

descubrimiento

Ex: The discovery of a lost manuscript by a famous author thrilled literary scholars and enthusiasts alike. 

El descubrimiento de un manuscrito perdido de un autor famoso emocionó a los estudiosos y entusiastas de la literatura por igual.

drug
drug
[Sustantivo]

any substance that is used for medicinal purposes

medicina, medicamento

medicina, medicamento

Ex: Herbal remedies, derived from plants, have been used for centuries as natural drugs to address a wide range of health issues, though their efficacy and safety can vary. 

Los remedios herbales, derivados de plantas, se han utilizado durante siglos como medicamentos naturales para abordar una amplia gama de problemas de salud, aunque su eficacia y seguridad pueden variar.

to experiment

to do a scientific test on something or someone in order to find out the results

experimentar

experimentar

Ex: The researchers experiment using advanced technology to study climate change. 

Los investigadores experimentan utilizando tecnología avanzada para estudiar el cambio climático.

guinea pig
guinea pig
[Sustantivo]

a small furry animal with rounded ears, short legs and no tail, which is often kept as a pet or for research

conejillo de indias

conejillo de indias

Ex: Guinea pigs are herbivores, enjoying a diet of fresh vegetables, hay, and pellets. 

Los conejillos de Indias son herbívoros, disfrutando de una dieta de vegetales frescos, heno y pellets.

research
research
[Sustantivo]

a careful and systematic study of a subject to discover new facts or information about it

investigación

investigación

Ex: The professor presented the findings of her research at an international conference. 

El profesor presentó los hallazgos de su investigación en una conferencia internacional.

side effect
side effect
[Sustantivo]

a result of a situation or action that was not meant to happen

efecto colateral

efecto colateral

Ex: One side effect of the rapid technological advancements is the growing concern over data privacy. 

Un efecto secundario de los rápidos avances tecnológicos es la creciente preocupación por la privacidad de los datos.

test
test
[Sustantivo]

an examination that consists of a set of questions, exercises, or activities to measure someone’s knowledge, skill, or ability

test, prueba

test, prueba

Ex: The driving test includes both a written exam and a practical evaluation. 

El examen de conducción incluye tanto una prueba escrita como una evaluación práctica.

theory
theory
[Sustantivo]

a set of ideas intended to explain the reason behind the existence or occurrence of something

teoría

teoría

Ex: The theory of evolution provides a framework for understanding biological diversity. 

La teoría de la evolución proporciona un marco para comprender la diversidad biológica.

to carry out

to complete or conduct a task, job, etc.

realizar

realizar

Ex: The detective was assigned to carry out the investigation into the mysterious disappearance. 

Al detective se le asignó llevar a cabo la investigación sobre la desaparición misteriosa.

to make
to make
[Verbo]

to form, produce, or prepare something, by putting parts together or by combining materials

hacer

hacer

Ex: The factory workers make thousands of cars every month. 

Los trabajadores de la fábrica fabrican miles de coches cada mes.

to prove
to prove
[Verbo]

to show that something is true through the use of evidence or facts

probar

probar

Ex: The forensic analysis proved the suspect's innocence. 

El análisis forense demostró la inocencia del sospechoso.

pharmaceutical company

a company that develops, manufactures, advertises, distributes, or sells medications

empresa farmacéutica, compañía farmacéutica

empresa farmacéutica, compañía farmacéutica

Ex: The pharmaceutical company is working closely with healthcare providers to ensure that the medication reaches patients in need. 

La compañía farmacéutica está trabajando en estrecha colaboración con los proveedores de atención médica para garantizar que el medicamento llegue a los pacientes que lo necesitan.

to do
to do
[Verbo]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

hacer

hacer

Ex: In times of crisis, people often come together to do whatever is necessary. 

En tiempos de crisis, la gente a menudo se une para hacer lo que sea necesario.

to volunteer

to state or suggest something without being asked or told

ofrecer

ofrecer

Ex: The student volunteered his thoughts on the new curriculum, offering constructive feedback to the teacher. 

El estudiante ofreció sus pensamientos sobre el nuevo currículo, proporcionando comentarios constructivos al profesor.

to volunteer

to offer to do something without being forced or without payment

ofrecer

ofrecer

Ex: The organization is currently volunteering for a community cleanup. 

La organización está actualmente haciendo voluntariado para una limpieza comunitaria.

clinical trial
clinical trial
[Sustantivo]

a controlled scientific experiment in which the effectiveness and safety of a medical treatment is measured by testing it on people

ensayo clínico

ensayo clínico

Ex: The results of the clinical trial will determine if the treatment can be approved for widespread use. 

Los resultados del ensayo clínico determinarán si el tratamiento puede ser aprobado para uso generalizado.

laboratory
laboratory
[Sustantivo]

a place where people do scientific experiments, manufacture drugs, etc.

laboratorio

laboratorio

Ex: Forensic laboratories analyze evidence collected from crime scenes to aid in investigations. 

Los laboratorios forenses analizan pruebas recolectadas en escenas del crimen para ayudar en las investigaciones.

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