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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 2

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SAT Word Skills 5

the branch of science that studies fossils

Ex: Through paleontology, researchers have gained insights into the mass extinction events that have shaped the history of life on our planet .
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the scientific study of all woody plants including trees, shrubs, lianas, etc.

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a branch of zoology concerning the scientific study of birds

Ex: Ornithologists often use bird banding as a method to track migration routes and gather data on bird populations and health.
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a branch of biology concerning the scientific study of the form and structure of an organism including plants and animals

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geology
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a field of science that studies the structure of the earth and its history

Ex: Studying geology reveals the history of our planet , from the formation of continents to the evolution of life .
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the scientific study of the skin, its structure, diseases, and functions

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etymology
[noun]

the study of the origins and historical developments of words and their meanings

Ex: The etymology of " amplify " reveals its roots in Latin " amplus , " meaning large or spacious .
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a branch of zoology concerning the scientific study of insects

Ex: Entomologists study the interactions between insects and their environments, contributing to conservation efforts and biodiversity assessments.
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the arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area, including elevation, slope, landforms, and bodies of water

Ex: Satellite imagery provides a detailed view of the topography of remote and inaccessible areas .
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biography
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the story of someone's life that is written by another person

Ex: The biography provided an in-depth look at the president 's life and legacy .
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the state of economical growth and wealth

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acuity
[noun]

the state of being keen and sharp on thinking

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alacrity
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readiness or willingness that is quick and enthusiastic

Ex: He responded to the job offer with alacrity, thrilled by the opportunity .
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cupidity
[noun]

the strong desire for attaining a lot of money or material goods

Ex: The novel depicted how cupidity can corrupt even the most honorable individuals .
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enmity
[noun]

the feeling of hate and hostility toward someone

Ex: The peace talks aimed to resolve the enmity between the neighboring countries and establish a lasting friendship .
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the fact of accidentally experiencing or discovering something that is pleasant or valuable

Ex: It was serendipity that led her to the perfect solution to her problem while casually reading an article .
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the ability to go back to the original form after being stretched

Ex: Engineers test the elasticity of materials to ensure durability .
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the capability of being easily changed or molded into many different things

Ex: Researchers investigate the plasticity of biological tissues to develop better models for understanding the biomechanics of the human body .
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paucity
[noun]

a lacking amount or number of something

Ex: The paucity of information in the report led to numerous questions from the board .
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sagacity
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the quality of having a keen perception and making good judgments

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SAT Word Skills 5
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