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Scienze Naturali SAT - Mondo Naturale

Qui imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative al mondo naturale, come "tana", "pelliccia", "arbusto", ecc., che ti serviranno per superare i tuoi SAT.

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SAT Vocabulary for Natural Sciences
prey
prey
[sostantivo]

an animal that is hunted and eaten by another animal

preda

preda

Ex: The lion silently stalked its prey through the tall grass. 
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rind
rind
[sostantivo]

the tough outer covering or skin of a fruit or vegetables

buccia, scorza

buccia, scorza

Ex: As the sun beat down, they relaxed on the beach, sipping on cold beverages with slices of lime rind floating on top. 
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drought
drought
[sostantivo]

a long period of time when there is not much raining

siccità

siccità

Ex: The city imposed water restrictions because of the drought. 
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gust
gust
[sostantivo]

a drastic and sudden rush of wind

folata

folata

Ex: A sudden gust of wind rattled the windows, causing the curtains to billow into the room. 
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snowpack
snowpack
[sostantivo]

the accumulation of compressed layers of snow on the ground in regions where snowfall is common

manto nevoso, strato di neve

manto nevoso, strato di neve

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shrub
shrub
[sostantivo]

a large woody plant with several main stems emerging from the ground

arbusto, cespuglio

arbusto, cespuglio

Ex: The garden was filled with colorful shrubs that bloomed in the spring. 
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twig
twig
[sostantivo]

a small and thin branch of a tree stemmed from another branch

ramoscello

ramoscello

Ex: The bird built its nest using twigs and leaves from the nearby trees. 
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gravity hill
gravity hill
[sostantivo]

a location where the surrounding landscape creates an optical illusion, making a gentle downhill slope appear as if it is an uphill slope

collina gravitazionale, collina della gravità

collina gravitazionale, collina della gravità

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canopy
canopy
[sostantivo]

the upper layer of trees in a forest that creates a dense cover with interlocking leaves; offering shade and shelter in the ecosystem

fronda

fronda

Ex: The canopy provided cool shade during our hike through the forest. 
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avalanche
avalanche
[sostantivo]

large amounts of snow falling from mountains

valanga

valanga

Ex: Rescue teams were dispatched to the area after the avalanche. 
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plume
plume
[sostantivo]

a large, feathery structure or arrangement, typically found on birds, often used for display or flight

piuma, penna

piuma, penna

Ex: The peacock displayed its vibrant plume to attract a mate. 
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moisture
moisture
[sostantivo]

the presence of liquid, typically water, in a state of wetness or dampness

umidità, umore

umidità, umore

Ex: After the rain, there was noticeable moisture on the leaves of the plants. 
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blizzard
blizzard
[sostantivo]

a storm with heavy snowfall and strong winds

tormenta

tormenta

Ex: The blizzard made driving conditions hazardous. 
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poultry
poultry
[sostantivo]

turkeys, chickens, geese, ducks, etc. that are kept for their eggs and meat

pollame

pollame

Ex: The farm specializes in raising poultry for both meat and egg production. 
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sapling
sapling
[sostantivo]

a small and young tree

alberello

alberello

Ex: The forest was filled with many new saplings. 
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progeny
progeny
[sostantivo]

one or all the descendants of an ancestor

discendenza, progenie

discendenza, progenie

Ex: The scientist was excited to study the progeny of the genetically modified plants to see if the desired traits were passed on. 
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wildlife refuge
wildlife refuge
[sostantivo]

a protected area designated for the conservation of wild animals and their natural habitats

riserva naturale, rifugio faunistico

riserva naturale, rifugio faunistico

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offspring
offspring
[sostantivo]

the child or children of a particular person or animal

piccoli

piccoli

Ex: The lioness proudly watched over her offspring as they played in the sun. 
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underbrush
underbrush
[sostantivo]

the dense, low-growing vegetation beneath the canopy of trees in a forest, consisting of shrubs, bushes, and small plants

sottobosco, cespugli

sottobosco, cespugli

Ex: The hikers had to clear a path through the thick underbrush. 
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burrow
burrow
[sostantivo]

a hole that an animal digs in the ground to use as a shelter

tana

tana

Ex: The rabbit disappeared into its burrow, seeking refuge from the approaching storm. 
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aquamarine
aquamarine
[sostantivo]

a clear semi-precious gemstone consisting beryllium, with a light blue to green range of color

acquamarina

acquamarina

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pelt
pelt
[sostantivo]

the skin of an animal with the fur, wool, or hair still covering it

pelle

pelle

Ex: The hunter proudly displayed the pelt of the wolf he had captured, its thick fur a testament to its strength and resilience. 
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resin
resin
[sostantivo]

a sticky, organic substance exuded by certain plants and trees, often used in varnishes, adhesives, and incense

resina, gomma

resina, gomma

Ex: The pine tree's resin was collected to make natural varnish. 
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maw
maw
[sostantivo]

the mouth, throat, or gullet, particularly of a carnivorous animal

fauci, gola

fauci, gola

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vitality
vitality
[sostantivo]

the capacity of living things for survival, growth, and sustained health

vitalità, energia vitale

vitalità, energia vitale

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hybrid
hybrid
[sostantivo]

an animal or plant with parents that belong to different breeds or varieties

ibrido

ibrido

Ex: The farmer proudly displayed his new hybrid, a cross between a Brahman and an Angus, which combined the best traits of both cattle breeds. 
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slumber
slumber
[sostantivo]

a state of deep, restful sleep, often associated with peace and rejuvenation

sonno, riposo

sonno, riposo

Ex: The forest animals were in a state of slumber during the chilly winter months. 
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luxuriant
luxuriant
[aggettivo]

characterized by abundant and rich growth

lussureggiante, rigoglioso

lussureggiante, rigoglioso

Ex: The garden displayed luxuriant blooms in a riot of colors, attracting butterflies and bees. 
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edible
edible
[aggettivo]

safe or suitable for consumption as food

commestibile

commestibile

Ex: Make sure the meat is cooked enough to be edible. 
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balmy
balmy
[aggettivo]

pleasantly warm, mild, and soothing

mite, piacevolmente caldo

mite, piacevolmente caldo

Ex: The balmy breeze rustled the leaves, bringing a sense of tranquility to the garden. 
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premature
premature
[aggettivo]

(of a baby) born before completing the normal full-term pregnancy length

prematuro

prematuro

Ex: The twins were delivered at 30 weeks, making them moderately premature. 
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to germinate

to start to grow, producing buds or branches

germogliare, sbocciare

germogliare, sbocciare

Ex: After a few days in the moist soil, the seeds began to germinate. 
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to howl
to howl
[Verbo]

(of an animal such as a dog or wolf) to make a loud and prolonged sound or cry

urlare

urlare

Ex: The wolf howled at the moon, creating an eerie and haunting sound. 
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to perch
to perch
[Verbo]

(of a bird) to land and rest on something, such as a branch, bar, etc.

appollaiare

appollaiare

Ex: The robin perched on the windowsill, singing softly. 
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to leach
to leach
[Verbo]

to extract or wash out soluble substances from a material by passing a liquid through it

lisciviare, estrarre

lisciviare, estrarre

Ex: Acid rain can leach calcium from concrete structures over time. 
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to roost
to roost
[Verbo]

(birds or bats) to settle or rest on a perch or in a shelter for sleep or rest

appollaiarsi, riposarsi

appollaiarsi, riposarsi

Ex: The birds roost in the large oak tree every evening. 
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to graze
to graze
[Verbo]

(of sheep, cows, etc.) to feed on the grass in a field

pascolare

pascolare

Ex: The sheep were allowed to graze freely in the meadow. 
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to peck
to peck
[Verbo]

(of a bird) to move the beak in a sudden movement and bite something

beccare

beccare

Ex: The chickens pecked at the scattered grains in the yard. 
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to fell
to fell
[Verbo]

to cut down or bring down, typically referring to trees

abbattere, tagliare

abbattere, tagliare

Ex: The lumberjack used an axe to fell the towering pine. 
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to preen
to preen
[Verbo]

to groom oneself or another individual by straightening and cleaning the feathers or fur using the beak or tongue

lisciarsi, pulirsi

lisciarsi, pulirsi

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to flutter
to flutter
[Verbo]

to move or flap rapidly and lightly, typically referring to the motion of wings, leaves, or other flexible objects

svolazzare, battere le ali

svolazzare, battere le ali

Ex: The butterfly's wings fluttered gracefully as it danced from flower to flower. 
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to rear
to rear
[Verbo]

to raise and care for a child until they are grown

allevare

allevare

Ex: She dedicated her life to rearing her three children. 
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