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Vocabulario para IELTS Academic (Puntuación 6-7) - Medio Ambiente

Aquí, aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con el medio ambiente que son necesarias para el examen académico IELTS.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (6-7)
deforestation
deforestation
[Sustantivo]

the extensive removal of forests, typically causing environmental damage

deforestación

deforestación

Ex: Rapid deforestation has destroyed the habitats of countless wildlife species. 

La deforestación rápida ha destruido los hábitats de innumerables especies de vida silvestre.

wetland
wetland
[Sustantivo]

an area of land characterized by its soil, water, and vegetation, where the water table is at or near the surface for a significant part of the year

humedal, pantano

humedal, pantano

Ex: Wetlands play a crucial role in water purification, filtering pollutants and sediments from runoff. 

Los humedales desempeñan un papel crucial en la purificación del agua, filtrando contaminantes y sedimentos de la escorrentía.

vegetation
vegetation
[Sustantivo]

trees and plants in general, particularly those of a specific habitat or area

vegetación

vegetación

Ex: In the spring, the hillsides are covered in vibrant green vegetation as wildflowers bloom, creating a picturesque landscape. 

En primavera, las laderas están cubiertas de una vegetación verde vibrante mientras florecen las flores silvestres, creando un paisaje pintoresco.

biodiversity
biodiversity
[Sustantivo]

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

biodiversidad

biodiversidad

Ex: The loss of biodiversity due to deforestation has significant impacts on global climate patterns. 

La pérdida de la biodiversidad debido a la deforestación tiene impactos significativos en los patrones climáticos globales.

reforestation
reforestation
[Sustantivo]

the process of replanting trees in an area where forest cover has been depleted or removed, aiming to restore or create a forest ecosystem

reforestación, repoblación forestal

reforestación, repoblación forestal

Ex: Environmental organizations are actively involved in promoting reforestation projects to combat climate change. 

Las organizaciones ambientales están activamente involucradas en la promoción de proyectos de reforestación para combatir el cambio climático.

sanctuary
sanctuary
[Sustantivo]

an area for birds and animals to live and to be protected from dangerous conditions and being hunted

reserva

reserva

Ex: The sanctuary is managed by conservationists who work to preserve biodiversity and protect wildlife. 

El santuario es gestionado por conservacionistas que trabajan para preservar la biodiversidad y proteger la vida silvestre.

global warming
global warming
[Sustantivo]

the increase in the average temperature of the Earth as a result of the greenhouse effect

calentamiento global

calentamiento global

Ex: Global warming is causing glaciers to melt at an alarming rate. 

El calentamiento global está provocando que los glaciares se derritan a un ritmo alarmante.

carbon footprint
carbon footprint
[Sustantivo]

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

impacto ecológico

impacto ecológico

Ex: Manufacturing industries often have a high carbon footprint. 

Las industrias manufactureras suelen tener una huella de carbono alta.

greenhouse effect
greenhouse effect
[Sustantivo]

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

efecto invernadero

efecto invernadero

Ex: 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. 

El efecto invernadero es un fenómeno natural vital para mantener la vida en la Tierra, pero el efecto invernadero intensificado causado por las actividades humanas ha acelerado el cambio climático y sus impactos asociados.

conservationist
conservationist
[Sustantivo]

someone who makes efforts to protect the environment and wildlife from any type of harm

conservacionista

conservacionista

Ex: Conservationists advocate for sustainable practices to preserve natural resources for future generations. 

Los conservacionistas abogan por prácticas sostenibles para preservar los recursos naturales para las generaciones futuras.

ecotourism
ecotourism
[Sustantivo]

tourism that includes visiting endangered natural environments which aims at preservation of the wildlife and the nature

ecoturismo

ecoturismo

Ex: Ecotourism helps raise awareness about environmental issues while supporting local communities. 

El ecoturismo ayuda a concienciar sobre los problemas ambientales mientras apoya a las comunidades locales.

environmentalist
environmentalist
[Sustantivo]

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

ambientalista

ambientalista

Ex: Environmentalists often advocate for renewable energy sources to reduce carbon emissions. 

Los ambientalistas a menudo abogan por fuentes de energía renovables para reducir las emisiones de carbono.

thermal pollution
thermal pollution
[Sustantivo]

the detrimental increase in water temperature caused by the discharge of heated water from human activities, often harming aquatic ecosystems

contaminación térmica, calentamiento del agua

contaminación térmica, calentamiento del agua

Ex: Urban areas with extensive pavement and heat-absorbing surfaces can cause localized thermal pollution in water bodies. 

Las áreas urbanas con pavimento extenso y superficies que absorben calor pueden causar contaminación térmica localizada en cuerpos de agua.

to compost
to compost
[Verbo]

to make decayed leaves, plants, or other organic waste into a mixture that can improve the soil's quality to help plants grow more quickly

convertir en abono

convertir en abono

Ex: The farmer composts manure and crop residues to enrich the soil and increase yields. 

El agricultor composta el estiércol y los residuos de cultivos para enriquecer el suelo y aumentar los rendimientos.

to refine
to refine
[Verbo]

to remove unwanted or harmful substances from another substance

refinar

refinar

Ex: The jeweler used a polishing technique to refine the gemstone and enhance its brilliance. 

El joyero utilizó una técnica de pulido para refinar la gema y realzar su brillo.

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