
biodegradable
(of an object) able to be broken down by living organisms such as bacteria, which is then safe for the environment
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biodegrade
biodegradable

neutral en carbono
describing a state in which the carbon dioxide emission reaches zero or there is a balance between the amount of carbon dioxide emitted and absorbed
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biodegrade
biodegradable

sin emisiones
(of a vehicle) not producing gases harmful to the environment
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

crudo
(of natural substances such as oil) unprocessed and in raw form
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

ecológico
related to the connection between animals, plants, and humans and their environment
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

radioactivo
containing or relating to a dangerous form of energy produced by nuclear reactions
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

de corral
related to a type of farming in which animals and birds can move around and eat freely, instead of being kept in a limited area
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biodegrade
biodegradable

contaminar
to make a place, substance, etc. dirty or harmful by adding dangerous material
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biodegrade
biodegradable

convertir en abono
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
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biodegrade
biodegradable

tirar
to get rid of waste material, particularly in an unorganized manner
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biodegrade
biodegradable

refinar
to remove unwanted or harmful substances from another substance
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biodegrade
biodegradable

reutilizar
to use something once more, usually for a different purpose
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biodegrade
biodegradable

conservacionista
someone who makes efforts to protect the environment and wildlife from any type of harm
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

ecoansiedad
a feeling of great worry regarding the current and future state of the environment threatened by humans
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

(desecho)
eliminación
the act of getting rid of waste material
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

volquete
a truck with a container that can be elevated to unload waste material
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

(petrolero)
buque cisterna
a ship, aircraft, or road vehicle for carrying liquids, particularly crude oil or gas in large quantities
A tanker is a type of vehicle designed to transport liquids or gases, such as fuel, water, chemicals, or food products. It has a large, specialized, often cylindrical container attached to a truck or trailer. The container is built to safely store and transport liquids or gases over long distances. Tankers are commonly used in industries like oil and gas, agriculture, and manufacturing. The design ensures that the contents are securely transported, and the tanker may include features such as pumps or hoses for loading and unloading.
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

(tala)
explotación forestal
the act of cutting down trees to use their wood
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

monóxido de carbono
an odorless, colorless, and poisonous gas that is produced from the burning of fossil fuels, which proves lethal in some cases
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biodegrade
biodegradable

microplástico
very small plastic pieces in the environment that originate from personal care products, clothing, etc. and the degradation of other plastic products
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biodegrade
biodegradable

torre de alta tensión
a tall metal structure used for carrying high-voltage power lines above the ground
A pylon is a tall, upright structure designed to support and hold electrical wires or cables above the ground. Made from materials such as steel or concrete, pylons are spaced at regular intervals to carry electricity over long distances. They are essential for connecting power stations to homes and businesses, helping to distribute electricity safely. Pylons can be found in both rural and urban areas, often standing out in the landscape due to their size and height. They are built to withstand weather conditions and to ensure that electrical lines remain stable and secure.
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

reactor nuclear
a large machine or structure used for producing nuclear energy
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

hidroelectricidad
electricity that is produced from the power of water
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

capa de ozono
a layer of gases in the earth's atmosphere that does not let the sun's ultraviolet radiation pass through
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biodegrade
biodegradable

panel solar
a device that converts the energy of the sun into electricity
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biodegrade
biodegradable

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

(número de muertos)
número de víctimas
the number of people who have died or gotten injured because of a war, natural disaster, pandemic, etc.
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

fuego incontrolado
a large fire that spreads fast and causes much destruction
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

maremoto
a very large ocean wave caused by a storm or an underwater earthquake that when hits the land causes a lot of destruction
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biodegrade
biodegradable

herbicida
a chemical substance that kills plants, used for destroying plants that are not wanted
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

contaminante
any substance that is harmful to the environment
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

desaparecer
to completely disappear or cease to exist
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biodegrade
biodegradable

(podredumbre)
descomposición
the process of being destroyed via natural causes
Familia de Palabras
biodegrade
biodegradable

(plataforma petrolífera)
torre de perforación
a large facility used for drilling oil or gas from underground or under the sea
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biodegrade
biodegradable
¡Felicidades! !
Aprendiste 34 palabras de Lesson 29. Para mejorar el aprendizaje y revisar el vocabulario, ¡comienza a practicar!
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