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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced) - Ecological Principles & Conservation

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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)
biodegradable
biodegradable
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Biodegradable food waste can be composted and turned into nutrient-rich soil. 
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crude
crude
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The refinery processes crude oil into various petroleum products like gasoline and diesel. 
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free-range
free-range
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The farm raises chickens in a free-range environment where they can roam freely and forage for food. 
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to compost

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

Ex: She composts kitchen scraps and yard waste to create nutrient-rich soil for her garden. 
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to refine
to refine
[Verb]

to remove unwanted or harmful substances from another substance

Ex: The water treatment plant uses filtration methods to refine drinking water and remove contaminants. 
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to reuse
to reuse
[Verb]

to use something once more, usually for a different purpose

Ex: She decided to reuse old jars as containers for her homemade jams. 
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conservationist

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

Ex: The conservationist worked tirelessly to protect endangered species and their habitats. 
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eco-anxiety

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

Ex: Many young people today experience eco-anxiety due to concerns about climate change and environmental degradation. 
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sanctuary
sanctuary
[noun]

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

Ex: The wildlife sanctuary provides a safe habitat for endangered species to thrive. 
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to die out

to completely disappear or cease to exist

Ex: Some endangered species are at risk of dying out due to habitat loss. 
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rot
rot
[noun]

the process of being destroyed via natural causes

Ex: The fruit began to show signs of rot after sitting on the kitchen counter for too long. 
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extinct
extinct
[Adjective]

(of an animal, plant, etc.) not having any living members, either due to natural causes, environmental changes, or human activity

Ex: The dodo bird is an example of a species that is now extinct, as it disappeared centuries ago due to human activity. 
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habitat
habitat
[noun]

the place or area in which certain animals, birds, or plants naturally exist, lives, and grows

Ex: Coral reefs provide a rich habitat for thousands of marine species. 
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green space

an area of grass, trees, or other vegetation in a town or city, intended for public use or environmental benefit

Ex: The city plans to add more green spaces. 
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eco-friendly
eco-friendly
[Adjective]

referring to products, actions, or practices that are designed to cause minimal harm to the environment

Ex: The company switched to eco-friendly packaging made from recycled materials. 
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cultivation

the practice of preparing and using land for growing crops, especially on a large scale

Ex: The farmer practiced cultivation of wheat on his vast fields. 
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to harvest

to cut and collect a crop

Ex: The farmers harvest wheat in late summer when the grains are fully ripe. 
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brushwood
brushwood
[noun]

a collection of small branches, twigs, and other woody offcuts typically used for fuel or kindling

Ex: Each autumn, the farmer collected brushwood to fuel his wood-burning stove through winter. 
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dung
dung
[noun]

the solid waste produced by animals

Ex: After grazing all morning, the cows left piles of dung in the field. 
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shrub
shrub
[noun]

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

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

the dried stalks of cereal plants after the grain has been removed, used for animal bedding, fodder, thatching, or making woven items such as baskets and hats

Ex: The artisan wove a basket from finely split straw. 
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ledge
ledge
[noun]

a thin, shelf-like projection extending horizontally from a vertical face such as a wall or cliff

Ex: The cat settled comfortably on the window ledge to watch people passing below. 
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