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Four Corners 3 - Unit 8 Lesson A

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 8 Lesson A in the Four Corners 3 coursebook, such as "endangered", "fluorescent", "compact", etc.

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the natural world around us where people, animals, and plants live

Ex: The melting polar ice caps are a clear sign of changes in our environment.
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green
[Adjective]

(of a substance or product) causing no harm to the environment

Ex: The green building design includes features such as energy-efficient windows and water-saving fixtures .
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product
[noun]

something that has been produced during an industrial or natural process

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e-waste
[noun]

electronic devices that are no longer functional, useful, or wanted

Ex: The landfill was filled with e-waste from outdated electronics .
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hybrid
[noun]

a vehicle that can use two or more different sources of power as needed, often petrol in addition to electricity or diesel

Ex: Many drivers appreciate that the hybrid hatchback can run silently on electric power in stop-and-go traffic before switching to petrol for open-road stretches.
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the increase in the average temperature of the Earth as a result of the greenhouse effect

Ex: Global warming threatens ecosystems and wildlife .
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powerful energy that is produced when the core of an atom is splitted

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organic
[Adjective]

(of food or farming techniques) produced or done without any artificial or chemical substances

Ex: The store has a wide selection of organic snacks and beverages .
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a container that is made of a thin layer of plastic, often used to store or transport various products such as food, clothing, etc.

Ex: She reused the plastic bag to pack her lunch .
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pollution
[noun]

a change in water, air, etc. that makes it harmful or dangerous

Ex: The pollution caused by plastic waste is a growing environmental crisis .
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a designated container or receptacle used for collecting recyclable materials, such as paper, plastic, glass, or metal, in order to facilitate their proper recycling and reduce waste

Ex: The recycle bin was overflowing with old magazines and cardboard .
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power that is obtained from the sun in the form of electrical energy

Ex: Many countries are investing in solar energy to reduce reliance on fossil fuels .
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wind farm
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a place located in land or sea where a group of devices, called wind turbines, use the wind to generate electricity

Ex: Farmers often lease their land for wind farms to earn extra income .
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goods
[noun]

items made or produced for sale

Ex: He decided to donate his gently used goods to charity , hoping to help those in need .
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compact
[Adjective]

small and efficiently arranged or designed

Ex: The compact flashlight provided a bright light despite its tiny size .
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regular
[Adjective]

following a pattern, especially one with fixed or uniform intervals

Ex: The store has regular business hours , opening at 9 AM and closing at 5 PM .
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to waste
[Verb]

to use something without care or more than needed

Ex: The company was criticized for its tendency to waste resources without considering environmental impacts .
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a rounded glass that is inside an electric lamp and from which light shines

Ex: He accidentally broke the light bulb while changing it and had to sweep up the shards carefully .
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a type of lamp that is in form of a tube and shines very brightly

Ex: The fluorescent flickered intermittently , signaling that it needed to be replaced .
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statement
[noun]

something that is expressed through things one says or writes

Ex: The teacher asked for a statement from each student on the topic .
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cotton
[noun]

soft and white material that comes from a plant called cotton and is used to make clothing

Ex: She examined the raw cotton before it was processed into yarn .
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steel
[noun]

a type of hard metal that is made of a mixture of iron and carbon, used in construction of buildings, vehicles, etc.

Ex: The ship was built with steel to withstand the harsh conditions at sea .
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bottle
[noun]

a glass or plastic container that has a narrow neck and is used for storing drinks or other liquids

Ex: We bought a bottle of sparkling water for the picnic .
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landfill
[noun]

a piece of land under which waste material is buried

Ex: Many communities are working to reduce the amount of waste sent to the landfill.
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to cause
[Verb]

to make something happen, usually something bad

Ex: Smoking is known to cause various health problems .
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long-term
[Adjective]

continuing or taking place over a relatively extended duration of time

Ex: They discussed the long-term impact of the new policy on education.
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to make a waste product usable again

Ex: Electronic waste can be recycled to recover valuable materials and reduce electronic waste pollution .
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a small brush with a long handle that we use for cleaning our teeth

Ex: We should store our toothbrushes upright to allow them to air dry .
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reusable
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able to be used again multiple times

Ex: The reusable cotton pads are washable and can be used for makeup removal or skincare .
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feature
[noun]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

Ex: The magazine article highlighted the chef 's innovative cooking techniques as a key feature of the restaurant 's success .
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endangered
[Adjective]

(of an animal, plant, etc.) being at risk of extinction

Ex: Climate change poses a significant threat to many endangered species by altering their habitats and food sources.
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a store in which food and necessary household items are sold

Ex: She forgot her shopping list and had to go back to the grocery store.
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mall
[noun]

‌a large building or enclosed area, where many stores are placed

Ex: The mall offers a wide variety of stores , from high-end boutiques to budget-friendly shops .
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more
[determiner]

used to refer to a number, amount, or degree that is bigger or larger

Ex: After winning the championship , the team wants more recognition .
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less
[Adverb]

to a smaller amount, extent, etc. in comparison to a previous state or another thing or person

Ex: This road is less busy in the mornings .
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enough
[Adverb]

to a degree or extent that is sufficient or necessary

Ex: Did you sleep enough last night to feel refreshed today ?
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few
[determiner]

a small unspecified number of people or things

Ex: We should arrive in a few minutes.
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many
[determiner]

used to indicate a large number of people or things

Ex: The many advantages of a balanced diet are widely recognized .
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much
[determiner]

used to refer to a large degree or amount of a thing

Ex: We do n't have much space left in our garden for new plants .
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