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Ciências Naturais SAT - Terra e Água

Aqui você aprenderá algumas palavras em inglês relacionadas à terra e à água, como "terreno", "estuário", "desfiladeiro", etc., que você precisará para acertar seus SATs.

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SAT Vocabulary for Natural Sciences
terrain
[substantivo]

an area of land, particularly in reference to its physical or natural features

terreno, paisagem

terreno, paisagem

Ex: Farmers adapted their cultivation techniques to suit the terrain of their land , employing terracing on slopes and irrigation systems in low-lying areas to optimize agricultural productivity .
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playa
[substantivo]

a flat-bottomed desert basin that periodically fills with water to form a temporary lake, but remains dry for most of the year

deserto sazonal, bacia desértica

deserto sazonal, bacia desértica

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pasture
[substantivo]

a field covered with grass or similar herbs suitable for animals to graze on

pastagem, pasto

pastagem, pasto

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foothill
[substantivo]

a low hill at the base of a mountain or mountain range

foz do monte, pé da montanha

foz do monte, pé da montanha

Ex: They built their home in foothills to enjoy the scenic views and fresh air .
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crest
[substantivo]

the highest point or summit, especially of a mountain or hill, where the incline culminates

cume, topo

cume, topo

Ex: During the cycling race , the most difficult part for the riders was the steep ascent to crest of the ridge .
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boulder
[substantivo]

a large rock, usually one that has been shaped by natural forces such as water or ice

pedra grande, rocha

pedra grande, rocha

Ex: The archaeologists discovered ancient petroglyphs carved into the surface of boulder, offering insights into the beliefs of past civilizations .
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ridge
[substantivo]

a long, narrow elevated strip of land or underwater feature that stands higher than its surroundings

crista, cordilheira

crista, cordilheira

Ex: ridge on the seafloor marked the boundary between two tectonic plates .
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landslide
[substantivo]

a sudden fall of a large mass of dirt or rock down a mountainside or cliff

deslizamento de terra, deslizamento

deslizamento de terra, deslizamento

Ex: The government issued a warning to residents about the risk landslides during the storm .
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meadow
[substantivo]

a piece of land covered in grass and sometimes wild flowers, often used for hay

prado, campo

prado, campo

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rainforest
[substantivo]

‌a thick, tropical forest with tall trees and consistently heavy rainfall

floresta tropical, mata atlântica

floresta tropical, mata atlântica

Ex: rainforest is home to many indigenous communities .
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landmark
[substantivo]

a structure or a place that is historically important

marco histórico, ponto de referência

marco histórico, ponto de referência

Ex: In Washington , D.C. , the Lincoln Memorial serves as both a tribute to President Lincoln and a landmark of American history .
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mound
[substantivo]

a small, natural hill or raised area of earth, typically formed by natural processes

mound, montículo

mound, montículo

Ex: The children rolled down the mound in the park .
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mudflat
[substantivo]

a coastal wetland area that is covered by mud or silt at low tide and exposed at high tide

planície de maré, lameiro

planície de maré, lameiro

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berm
[substantivo]

a flat strip or ledge of land, located along the side of a road, typically used for drainage or as a barrier

banco, berma

banco, berma

Ex: The joggers ran on berm to avoid the busy road .
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bluff
[substantivo]

a high, steep cliff or bank overlooking a body of water, often formed by erosion or geological processes

morro, promontório

morro, promontório

Ex: The town was nestled at the base of a bluff along the river .
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bank
[substantivo]

land along the sides of a river, canal, etc.

margem, banco

margem, banco

Ex: The flooded river caused the water to rise above banks, spilling into the nearby fields .
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gorge
[substantivo]

a deep narrow valley, typically with a stream running through it

garganta, vale estreito

garganta, vale estreito

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tundra
[substantivo]

the expansive flat Arctic regions, of North America, Asia, and Europe, in which no trees grow and the soil is always frozen

tundra, tundra ártica

tundra, tundra ártica

Ex: Climate change poses a threat to tundra regions worldwide, affecting wildlife habitats and contributing to permafrost thawing.
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tract
[substantivo]

a large area of land, often defined by boundaries, used for specific purposes such as development, agriculture, or conservation

traço, porção

traço, porção

Ex: The conservation organization acquired a tract of wetlands to protect migratory bird habitats .
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overland
[adjetivo]

related to travel or transport over land, especially across long distances or difficult terrain

terrestre, sobre terra

terrestre, sobre terra

Ex: The company specializes in organizing overland expeditions for adventurous travelers.
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to erode
[verbo]

to undergo gradual wearing away or reduction in size, typically as a result of natural forces or environmental factors

erodir, erosionar

erodir, erosionar

Ex: In the absence of vegetation , erode more quickly during storms .
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rapid
[substantivo]

a fast and turbulent part of a river with swift currents and obstacles like rocks

rapidez, rápido

rapidez, rápido

Ex: The guide steered the raft through rapids safely .
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creek
[substantivo]

a narrow, shallow watercourse, often flowing through a confined natural channel

ribeiro, córrego

ribeiro, córrego

Ex: Wildflowers lined the edges of creek, adding a burst of color to the landscape .
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tributary
[substantivo]

a watercourse that flows into a larger river or body of water

afluente, tributário

afluente, tributário

Ex: Navigating through the heart of Europe , the Danube River gains strength as it tributaries like the Inn and Drava Rivers .
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puddle
[substantivo]

a small pool of water or other liquid, particularly rainwater

poça, piscina

poça, piscina

Ex: puddle reflected the lights of the city at night , creating a shimmering effect on the pavement .
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eddy
[substantivo]

a circular current of water or air that moves against the main flow, creating a small whirlpool or whirl

remoinho, eddy

remoinho, eddy

Ex: The swimmer steered clear of eddy to avoid getting pulled in .
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current
[substantivo]

the flow or movement of water or a liquid in a specific direction

corrente, correnteza

corrente, correnteza

Ex: The warm ocean current influences the coastal climate, making winters milder.
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brook
[substantivo]

a small, natural watercourse or stream; typically characterized by a gentle and continuous flow

ribeiro, correnteza

ribeiro, correnteza

Ex: brook's clear water sparkled in the sunlight .
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ripple
[substantivo]

a slight wave or series of waves on the water's surface caused by a breeze or a disturbance

ondinha, ripple

ondinha, ripple

Ex: She watched ripples spread out from where the fish had jumped .
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trickle
[substantivo]

a small, slow flow of liquid

gotejamento, fluxo lento

gotejamento, fluxo lento

Ex: trickle of blood emerged from the small cut on her finger .
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inlet
[substantivo]

a narrow body of water between islands or leading inland from a larger body of water, often serving as a passageway or channel

foz, inlet

foz, inlet

Ex: The tidal flow through inlet created a unique ecosystem .
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swash
[substantivo]

the gentle, rhythmic movement and sound of water as it washes up onto the shore or against objects

sussurro, lamento

sussurro, lamento

Ex: After the storm , swash of raindrops against the window was comforting .
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runoff
[substantivo]

the excess liquid, typically water, that exceeds the capacity of an area to contain or absorb it

escorrimento, drenagem

escorrimento, drenagem

Ex: Urban planning now incorporates green spaces to absorb runoff and reduce flooding risks .
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lagoon
[substantivo]

a shallow body of water separated from a larger body of water, often by a barrier island, coral reef, or sandbar

laguna, lagoon

laguna, lagoon

Ex: The Okavango Delta in Botswana lagoons and water channels , attracting a rich variety of wildlife .
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swamp
[substantivo]

an area of land that is covered with water or is always very wet

pântano, mangue

pântano, mangue

Ex: Local folklore often tells tales of mysterious creatures lurking in the depths of swamp, adding to its allure and mystery .
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estuary
[substantivo]

the part of a river that is wide and where it meets the sea

estuário, fundeiro

estuário, fundeiro

Ex: Environmentalists work to estuaries from pollution and habitat destruction .
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gully
[substantivo]

a narrow channel or ravine formed by the erosion of soil, especially by running water during rainfall or storms

canal, ravina

canal, ravina

Ex: Wildlife tracks often follow the course of a gully, providing natural pathways through the landscape.
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slough
[substantivo]

a stagnant or slow-moving channel or inlet, often connected to a larger body of water, such as a marsh, swamp, or backwater

channeleiro, canal lento

channeleiro, canal lento

Ex: Over time , sediment buildup narrowed slough, altering its ecosystem dynamics .
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splatter
[substantivo]

the scattered droplets or particles of water or liquid that result from something being struck or dispersed forcefully

espirrada, gotícula

espirrada, gotícula

Ex: The chef stirred the soup vigorously , causing splatter of broth on the stove .
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fjord
[substantivo]

a steep, deep, and narrow sea inlet surrounded by tall cliffs, created by a glacier

fiorde, fjord

fiorde, fjord

Ex: fjords created by the Harding Icefield in Alaska showcase unique features and diverse wildlife .
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tsunami
[substantivo]

a very high wave or series of waves caused by an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption

tsunami, maremoto

tsunami, maremoto

Ex: After the earthquake , the government issued an evacuation order due to the risk of tsunami.
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cascade
[substantivo]

a small steep waterfall, usually one of several others

cascata, queda d'água

cascata, queda d'água

Ex: The guidebook highlighted a cascade as a must-see attraction .
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