Solutions - Advanced - Unit 1 - 1C

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1C in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "eradicate", "genetically", "ethically", etc.

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to create [verb]

to bring something into existence or make something happen

Ex: The scientists created a groundbreaking vaccine for the disease .

designer baby [noun]

a baby whose genetic makeup has been intentionally modified or selected by genetic engineering techniques to possess specific desired traits or characteristics

Ex: The idea of a designer baby challenges the notion of natural reproduction .

to eradicate [verb]

to commit a large-scale homicide which results in a significant reduction in population

Ex: The massacre was one of the most tragic events , aiming to eradicate a whole community .

disease [noun]

an illness in a human, animal, or plant that affects health

Ex: She campaigns for awareness of the disease .

to live [verb]

to continue to exist or be alive

Ex: Non-smokers typically live longer than smokers .

long [adverb]

for a great amount of time

Ex: The journey took long , but they finally reached their destination .

intelligent [adjective]

good at learning things, understanding ideas, and thinking clearly

Ex: My sister is incredibly intelligent ; she can solve complex math problems easily .

ethically [adverb]

in a manner that is morally right or good

Ex: She raised her concerns ethically to avoid damaging reputations unfairly .

unacceptable [adjective]

(of a thing) not pleasing or satisfying enough

Ex: The service we received was unacceptable , and we will not return to the restaurant .

gene therapy [noun]

a medical approach that involves altering or replacing genes in a person's cells to treat or prevent genetic diseases

Ex: Researchers are exploring gene therapy as a potential cure for certain types of cancer .

genetically modified [adjective]

having had an altered genetic structure in order to serve a particular purpose, such as being more resistant to disease, bearing more fruit, etc.

Ex: Some people prefer genetically modified seeds because they offer higher resistance to disease .

hereditary disease [noun]

a medical condition or disorder that is passed down from one generation to another through genes or genetic inheritance

Ex: Many hereditary diseases are linked to mutations in a single gene , making them easier to trace .

to [play] God [phrase]

to take excessive control or influence over something or someone, as if having the power of a god, often exceeding one's rightful authority

Ex: In the movie , the villain tries to play God , creating his own version of humanity .

biology [noun]

the scientific study of living organisms; the science that studies living organisms

Ex: His biology professor was renowned for research in genetic engineering .

biological [adjective]

relating to the science that explores living organisms and their functions

Ex: The biological classification system categorizes organisms into various groups based on their characteristics .

biologically [adverb]

relating to or involving biology, the scientific study of living organisms and their vital processes

Ex: The behavior was analyzed biologically , examining genetic and neurological influences .

biologist [noun]

(biology) a person who studies the science that deals with living organisms

Ex: The biologist presented her findings on the impact of climate change on local plant species at the conference .

microbiology [noun]

the branch of biology that deals with microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa, and their effects on living organisms

Ex: In microbiology , the study of bacteria plays a key role in medical research .

microbiologist [noun]

a scientist who specializes in the study of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa, and their effects on living organisms

Ex: In the hospital , the microbiologist helps diagnose bacterial infections .

biotechnology [noun]

the branch of science and technology that involves the use of living organisms, cells, and biological systems to develop new products and applications for various industries

Ex: Biotechnology plays a crucial role in developing vaccines and therapies for infectious diseases .

gene [noun]

(genetics) a basic unit of heredity and a sequence of nucleotides in DNA that is located on a chromosome in a cell and controls a particular quality

Ex:

geneticist [noun]

a specialist in or student of the branch of biology that deals with how individual features and different characteristics are passed through genes

Ex: The geneticist used advanced technology to map the human genome and identify specific genes linked to cancer .

genetics [noun]

the branch of biology that deals with how individual features and different characteristics are passed through genes

Ex: The field of genetics continues to evolve with new technologies and discoveries .

genetically [adverb]

in a manner that is related to genetics or genes

Ex: The disorder was analyzed genetically to identify any genetic mutations or abnormalities .

ecology [noun]

the scientific study of the environment or the interrelation of living creatures and the way they affect each other

Ex: In ecology , scientists look at how ecosystems function and interact .

ecologically [adverb]

in a manner that relates to or concerns the environment and its interactions with living organisms

Ex: The restoration of a wetland area was approached ecologically , aiming to recreate a sustainable ecosystem .

ecologist [noun]

in a manner that relates to or concerns the environment and its interactions with living organisms

Ex: After years of studying environmental systems , he became a renowned ecologist .

eco-friendly [adjective]

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

Ex: The eco-friendly car runs on electricity , reducing carbon emissions .

ecosystem [noun]

a community of living organisms together with their physical environment, interacting as a system

Ex: Human activities like deforestation can disrupt fragile ecosystems and lead to biodiversity loss .

ecotourism [noun]

tourism that includes visiting endangered natural environments which aims at preservation of the wildlife and the nature

Ex: Ecotourism helps raise awareness about environmental issues while supporting local communities .

chemistry [noun]

the branch of science that is concerned with studying the structure of substances and the way that they change or combine with each other

Ex: Understanding the basics of chemistry is essential for many scientific careers .

biochemist [noun]

a scientist who studies the chemical processes and substances in living organisms

Ex: A biochemist analyzes the chemical reactions that occur in living cells .

biochemistry [noun]

a field of science that deals with the chemistry of organisms

Ex: Biochemistry helps explain how nutrients are metabolized in the body .

chemical weapon [noun]

a toxic substance that is used to cause harm or death to humans, animals, or plants

Ex: The discovery of a stockpile of chemical weapons prompted global concern .

chemical warfare [noun]

methods of warfare using chemical weapons

Ex: The use of chemical warfare can result in long-term environmental contamination .

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