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General Training IELTS (Band 8 and Above) - Pollution

Here, you will learn some English words related to Pollution that are necessary for the General Training IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for General Training IELTS (8)
incinerator

a waste treatment process that involves the combustion of substances contained in waste materials

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biohazard

a risk to human health or to the environment caused by a biological source, especially microorganisms

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sludge

a thick, muddy substance often found at the bottom of liquids, like wastewater or industrial fluids

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sewage

the wastewater or used water that contains various types of contaminants, including human and household waste, from residential, commercial, or industrial sources

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effluent

liquid waste or sewage discharged into rivers, lakes, or the sea

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soot

a black powdery substance produced by burning materials like wood or coal

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detritus

waste or debris produced by the disintegration or decomposition of organic or inorganic matter

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aerosol

a suspension of tiny particles or droplets in the air

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particulate

a small, discrete particle or substance, especially one suspended in air, such as dust, pollen, or soot

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catalytic converter

a device in a vehicle's exhaust system that reduces the emission of harmful pollutants by promoting chemical reactions that convert them into less harmful substances

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fallout

airborne particles, such as dust or debris, that settle after a nuclear explosion or similar event

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hazmat suit

a protective garment worn by workers to safeguard against exposure to hazardous substances or environments

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polyethylene terephthalate

a durable and lightweight plastic widely used for making bottles and food containers due to its strength and recyclability

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asbestos

a soft greyish substance that is resistant to fire and heat and was previously used in the buildings, clothing, etc.

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unleaded

not containing lead or other additives harmful to the environment

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