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Lista de Palabras Nivel C1 - Medio Ambiente

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés sobre el medio ambiente, como "compost", "refine", "disposal", etc. preparadas para estudiantes de C1.

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CEFR C1 Vocabulary
biodegradable
biodegradable
[Adjetivo]

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

biodegradable

biodegradable

Ex: Biodegradable paper products, such as napkins and plates, decompose quickly when exposed to moisture and microbes. 
carbon-neutral
carbon-neutral
[Adjetivo]

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

neutral en carbono

neutral en carbono

Ex: Many countries are setting targets to achieve carbon-neutral status as part of global climate action efforts. 
zero-emission
zero-emission
[Adjetivo]

(of a vehicle) not producing gases harmful to the environment

sin emisiones

sin emisiones

Ex: Zero-emission buildings use renewable energy sources like solar and wind power to achieve sustainability. 
crude
crude
[Adjetivo]

in a natural or unrefined state before industrial processing

crudo

crudo

Ex: The factory purchases crude sugar before refining it. 
ecological
ecological
[Adjetivo]

related to the connection between animals, plants, and humans and their environment

ecológico

ecológico

Ex: Ecological restoration projects seek to rehabilitate ecosystems that have been degraded or damaged. 

Los proyectos de restauración ecológica buscan rehabilitar ecosistemas que han sido degradados o dañados.

radioactive
radioactive
[Adjetivo]

containing or relating to a dangerous form of energy produced by nuclear reactions

radioactivo

radioactivo

Ex: Nuclear power plants generate electricity by harnessing the heat produced by radioactive decay. 

Las centrales nucleares generan electricidad aprovechando el calor producido por la desintegración radiactiva.

free-range
free-range
[Adjetivo]

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

de corral

de corral

Ex: The restaurant prides itself on using free-range meat in its dishes to promote ethical farming practices. 
to contaminate

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

contaminar

contaminar

Ex: Food can be contaminated if not stored properly or if handled in unsanitary conditions. 

La comida puede contaminarse si no se almacena correctamente o si se manipula en condiciones insalubres.

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 dump
to dump
[Verbo]

to get rid of unwanted material or waste by leaving it somewhere

tirar

tirar

Ex: The truck dumped its load at the waste site. 
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.

to reuse
to reuse
[Verbo]

to use something once more, usually for a different purpose

reutilizar

reutilizar

Ex: The company encouraged employees to reuse paper and reduce waste. 

La empresa animó a los empleados a reutilizar el papel y reducir los residuos.

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.

eco-anxiety
eco-anxiety
[Sustantivo]

a feeling of great worry regarding the current and future state of the environment threatened by humans

ecoansiedad

ecoansiedad

Ex: Therapists are seeing an increase in clients seeking help for eco-anxiety and related mental health issues. 
disposal
disposal
[Sustantivo]

the act or process of getting rid of waste or unwanted material

eliminación, desecho

eliminación, desecho

Ex: The hospital follows special procedures for medical waste disposal. 
dumper
dumper
[Sustantivo]

a truck with a container that can be elevated to unload waste material

volquete

volquete

Ex: The municipality purchased a new dumper to improve waste collection efficiency. 
tanker
tanker
[Sustantivo]

a ship, aircraft, or road vehicle for carrying liquids, particularly crude oil or gas in large quantities

buque cisterna, petrolero

buque cisterna, petrolero

Ex: The military deployed tanker aircraft to refuel fighter jets during missions. 
logging
logging
[Sustantivo]

the act of cutting down trees to use their wood

explotación forestal, tala

explotación forestal, tala

Ex: Environmental activists protested against logging in the old-growth forest. 
carbon monoxide
carbon monoxide
[Sustantivo]

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

monóxido de carbono

monóxido de carbono

Ex: It is important to have carbon monoxide detectors installed in homes to prevent poisoning. 
microplastic
microplastic
[Sustantivo]

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

microplástico

microplástico

Ex: Microplastics have been found in remote regions of the ocean, highlighting their widespread distribution. 
pylon
pylon
[Sustantivo]

a tall metal structure used for carrying high-voltage power lines above the ground

torre de alta tensión

torre de alta tensión

Ex: The new housing development was planned around existing electricity pylons. 
reactor
reactor
[Sustantivo]

a device in which a controlled nuclear reaction is maintained to produce energy or radiation

reactor nuclear

reactor nuclear

Ex: Workers carefully monitor the temperature inside the reactor. 
hydroelectricity
hydroelectricity
[Sustantivo]

electricity that is produced from the power of water

hidroelectricidad

hidroelectricidad

Ex: Countries with abundant rivers and waterfalls often rely on hydroelectricity as a renewable energy source. 

Los países con ríos y cascadas abundantes a menudo dependen de la hidroelectricidad como fuente de energía renovable.

ozone layer
ozone layer
[Sustantivo]

a layer of gases in the earth's atmosphere that does not let the sun's ultraviolet radiation pass through

capa de ozono

capa de ozono

Ex: Scientists monitor the ozone layer's thickness and recovery progress using satellite data. 
solar cell
solar cell
[Sustantivo]

a device that converts the energy of the sun into electricity

panel solar

panel solar

Ex: Advances in solar cell technology have led to more efficient and affordable solar energy systems. 

Los avances en la tecnología de las células solares han llevado a sistemas de energía solar más eficientes y asequibles.

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.

toll
toll
[Sustantivo]

the number of people who have died or gotten injured because of a war, natural disaster, pandemic, etc.

número de víctimas, número de muertos

número de víctimas, número de muertos

Ex: Authorities reported a high toll of injuries and fatalities from the train derailment. 
wildfire
wildfire
[Sustantivo]

a large fire that spreads fast and causes much destruction

fuego incontrolado

fuego incontrolado

Ex: Climate change has intensified wildfire seasons, leading to more frequent and severe fires. 

El cambio climático ha intensificado las temporadas de incendios forestales, lo que lleva a incendios más frecuentes y graves.

tidal wave
tidal wave
[Sustantivo]

a sudden rise of seawater onto the shore driven primarily by strong onshore winds, often compounding the normal tidal cycle

maremoto

maremoto

Ex: Coastal trees snapped as a wind-driven tidal wave surged through the picnic area. 
herbicide
herbicide
[Sustantivo]

a chemical substance that kills plants, used for destroying plants that are not wanted

herbicida

herbicida

Ex: Environmentalists advocate for organic farming practices that minimize the use of synthetic herbicides. 
pollutant
pollutant
[Sustantivo]

any substance that is harmful to the environment

contaminante

contaminante

Ex: Water pollutants, such as pesticides and heavy metals, can harm aquatic ecosystems. 
to die out
to die out
[Verbo]

to completely disappear or cease to exist

extinguirse, desaparecer por completo

extinguirse, desaparecer por completo

Ex: The ancient language has sadly died out over the centuries. 

El idioma antiguo ha tristemente desaparecido a lo largo de los siglos.

rot
rot
[Sustantivo]

the process of being destroyed via natural causes

podredumbre, descomposición

podredumbre, descomposición

Ex: Gardeners should remove plants affected by rot to prevent the spread of disease. 
oil rig
oil rig
[Sustantivo]

a large facility used for drilling oil or gas from underground or under the sea

torre de perforación, plataforma petrolífera

torre de perforación, plataforma petrolífera

Ex: Offshore oil rigs require advanced technology to drill for oil in deep waters. 

Las plataformas petrolíferas marinas requieren tecnología avanzada para perforar en busca de petróleo en aguas profundas.

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