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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5) - Pollution

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

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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5)
noise pollution

any unwanted or excessive sound that may cause harm or disturbance to human or animal life

Ex: Traffic is the main source of noise pollution in the city. 
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light pollution

the unwanted and excessive artificial light that brightens the night sky, causing problems for stargazing, wildlife, and sleep

Ex: Light pollution in cities makes it nearly impossible to see the Milky Way. 
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air pollution

toxic and harmful substances in the air that can cause illnesses

Ex: The heavy air pollution made it difficult to breathe and caused itchy eyes for many residents. 
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water pollution

the poisoning of bodies of water caused by harmful materials

Ex: Water pollution has severely impacted marine life in the area. 
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industrial waste

the stuff left over from factories and businesses that can harm the environment if not handled properly

Ex: The river was polluted with toxic industrial waste from the nearby chemical plant. 
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ozone
ozone
[noun]

a type of gas present in the sky that protects the life on earth from the harmful rays of the sun

Ex: The ozone layer over Antarctica has been thinning due to pollution. 
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garbage
garbage
[noun]

things such as household materials that have no use anymore

Ex: He threw the garbage into the bin after dinner. 
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trash
trash
[noun]

worthless, unwanted, and unneeded things that people throw away

Ex: She took out the trash after cleaning the kitchen. 
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waste
waste
[noun]

materials that have no use and are unwanted

Ex: Recycling helps to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills by reusing materials such as paper, glass, and plastic. 
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e-waste
e-waste
[noun]

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

Ex: The company has a program to recycle e-waste responsibly. 
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