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SAT Word Skills 5 - Lesson 2

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SAT Word Skills 5
paleontology

the branch of science that studies fossils

Ex: Paleontology has revealed fascinating details about the prehistoric creatures that roamed the Earth millions of years ago. 
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dendrology

the scientific study of all woody plants including trees, shrubs, lianas, etc.

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ornithology

a branch of zoology concerning the scientific study of birds

Ex: Ornithology, the study of birds, helps scientists understand avian behavior, migration patterns, and the ecological roles of birds in various habitats. 
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morphology

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
geology
[noun]

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

Ex: Geology explains why mountain ranges exist and how they formed over millions of years. 
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dermatology

the scientific study of the skin, its structure, diseases, and functions

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etymology
etymology
[noun]

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

Ex: Linguists trace the etymology of "vocabulary" back to Latin "vocabulum," meaning word. 
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entomology

a branch of zoology concerning the scientific study of insects

Ex: Entomology, the study of insects, provides valuable insights into the roles these creatures play in ecosystems and their impact on human activities. 
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topography

the arrangement and physical features of a surface, including its natural and man-made elements

Ex: The topography of the valley made road construction difficult. 
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biography
biography
[noun]

the story of someone's life that is written by another person

Ex: The biography of Nelson Mandela highlights his journey and achievements. 
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prosperity

the state of economical growth and wealth

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acuity
acuity
[noun]

the ability to think clearly and grasp ideas fast

Ex: Her mental acuity made her the fastest problem-solver in the group. 
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alacrity
alacrity
[noun]

readiness or willingness that is quick and enthusiastic

Ex: She accepted the invitation with great alacrity, eager to attend the event. 
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cupidity
cupidity
[noun]

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

Ex: His cupidity drove him to make unethical business deals. 
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enmity
enmity
[noun]

the feeling of hate and hostility toward someone

Ex: The long-standing enmity between the two families made every encounter tense and unpleasant. 
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serendipity

the fact of accidentally experiencing or discovering something that is pleasant or valuable

Ex: Finding that quaint little bookstore on our vacation was pure serendipity. 
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elasticity

the ability to go back to the original form after being stretched

Ex: The elasticity of the rubber band allowed it to snap back into place. 
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plasticity

the capability of being easily changed or molded into many different things

Ex: Plasticity refers to the ability of a material to undergo permanent deformation without rupturing when subjected to stress. 
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paucity
paucity
[noun]

a lacking amount or number of something

Ex: The paucity of evidence made it difficult to prove the case in court. 
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sagacity
sagacity
[noun]

the quality of having a keen perception and making good judgments

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