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Biodegradable
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biodegradabile

biodegradabile

[ aggettivo ]

(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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Biodegradable food waste can be composted and turned into nutrient-rich soil.
Some packaging materials, like biodegradable plastics, can break down in a composting environment.
Biodegradable paper products, such as napkins and plates, decompose quickly when exposed to moisture and microbes.

Famiglia di Parole

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degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

Adjective
Carbon-neutral
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/kˈɑːɹbənnˈuːtɹəl/
a zero emissioni di carbonio

a zero emissioni di carbonio

[ aggettivo ]

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

biodegrade

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biodegradable

Adjective
Zero-emission
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/zˈiəɹoʊɪmˈɪʃən/
emissioni zero

emissioni zero

[ aggettivo ]

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

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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Crude
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greggio

greggio

[ aggettivo ]

(of natural substances such as oil) unprocessed and in raw form

refined

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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ecological
Ecological
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ecologico

ecologico

[ aggettivo ]

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

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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radioactive
Radioactive
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radioattivo

radioattivo

[ aggettivo ]

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

nonradioactive

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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Free-range
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/fɹˈiːɹˈeɪndʒ/
allevamento all'aperto

allevamento all'aperto

[ aggettivo ]

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

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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to contaminate
To contaminate
simplified /kēntāmēneit/
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contaminare

contaminare

[ aggettivo ]

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

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degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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to compost
To compost
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convertire in composta

convertire in composta

[ aggettivo ]

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

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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to dump
To dump
simplified /damp/
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scaricare

scaricare

[ aggettivo ]

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

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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to refine
To refine
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raffinare

raffinare

[ aggettivo ]

to remove unwanted or harmful substances from another substance

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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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to reuse
To reuse
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riusare

riusare

[ aggettivo ]

to use something once more, usually for a different purpose

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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conservationist
Conservationist
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ambientalista

ambientalista

[ aggettivo ]

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

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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Eco-anxiety
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/ˈiːkoʊæŋzˈaɪəɾi/
eco-ansia

eco-ansia

[ aggettivo ]

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

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bio
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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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disposal
Disposal
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eliminazione

eliminazione

[ aggettivo ]

the act of getting rid of waste material

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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dumper
Dumper
simplified /dampēr/
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autocarro con cassone ribaltabile

autocarro con cassone ribaltabile

[ aggettivo ]

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

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bio
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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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tanker
Tanker
simplified /tānkēr/
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cisterna

cisterna

[ aggettivo ]

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

What is a "tanker"?

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.

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bio
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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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Logging
simplified /laawging/
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registrazione

registrazione

[ aggettivo ]

the act of cutting down trees to use their wood

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bio
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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

Adjective
Carbon monoxide
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/kˈɑːɹbən mʌnˈɑːksaɪd/
ossido di carbonio

ossido di carbonio

[ aggettivo ]

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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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

Adjective
Microplastic
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/mˌaɪkɹoʊplˈæstɪk/
microplastica

microplastica

[ aggettivo ]

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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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

Verb

biodegradable

Adjective
Pylon
simplified /pailɑn/
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pilone

pilone

[ aggettivo ]

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

What is a "pylon"?

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.

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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

Adjective
Reactor
simplified /riāktēr/
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reattore

reattore

[ aggettivo ]

a large machine or structure used for producing nuclear energy

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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

Adjective
hydroelectricity
Hydroelectricity
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/hˌaɪdɹoʊlɪktɹˈɪsɪɾi/
energia idroelettrica

energia idroelettrica

[ aggettivo ]

electricity that is produced from the power of water

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

Adjective
Ozone layer
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/ˈoʊzoʊn lˈeɪɚ/
strato di ozono

strato di ozono

[ aggettivo ]

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

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degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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solar cell
Solar cell
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/sˈoʊlɚ sˈɛl/
cella solare

cella solare

[ aggettivo ]

a device that converts the energy of the sun into electricity

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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sanctuary
Sanctuary
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rifugio

rifugio

[ aggettivo ]

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

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biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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Toll
simplified /towl/
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tributo

tributo

[ aggettivo ]

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

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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

Verb

biodegradable

Adjective
wildfire
Wildfire
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incendio

incendio

[ aggettivo ]

a large fire that spreads fast and causes much destruction

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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

Verb

biodegradable

Adjective
Tidal wave
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/tˈaɪdəl wˈeɪv/
maremoto

maremoto

[ aggettivo ]

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

biodegrade

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biodegradable

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Herbicide
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diserbante

diserbante

[ aggettivo ]

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

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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

Verb

biodegradable

Adjective
Pollutant
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inquinante

inquinante

[ aggettivo ]

any substance that is harmful to the environment

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degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

Verb

biodegradable

Adjective
to die out
To die out
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/dˈaɪ ˈaʊt/
estinguersi

estinguersi

[ aggettivo ]

to completely disappear or cease to exist

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Stato Frasale
inseparable
verbo della frase
die
particella della frase
out

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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

Verb

biodegradable

Adjective
Rot
simplified /raat/
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putrefazione

putrefazione

[ aggettivo ]

the process of being destroyed via natural causes

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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

Verb

biodegradable

Adjective
oil rig
Oil rig
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/ˈɔɪl ɹˈɪɡ/
piattaforma

piattaforma

[ aggettivo ]

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

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bio
degrade
biodegrade

biodegrade

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biodegradable

Adjective

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