A2 Level Wordlist - Science and the Natural World

Here you will learn some English words about science and the natural world, such as "atom", "chemical", and "organism", prepared for A2 learners.

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A2 Level Wordlist
atom [noun]

(science) the smallest part of a chemical element that is found in the nature

Ex: The concept of the atom as the fundamental building block of matter dates back to ancient Greek philosophy .
organism [noun]

a living thing such as a plant, animal, etc., especially a very small one that lives on its own

Ex: The rainforest teems with diverse organisms , from insects to mammals .
chemical [adjective]

made by a process that involves chemistry

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gas [noun]

the state of a substance that is neither solid nor liquid

Ex: The gas emitted by certain chemicals can be harmful to the environment if not properly controlled .
liquid [noun]

the state of a substance that is without shape and can flow easily

Ex: In chemistry , solvents are liquids used to dissolve other substances .
solid [noun]

a substance that is firm and has a certain shape, not like gas or liquid

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material [noun]

a substance from which things can be made

Ex: Fabric is a textile material used for making clothing , curtains , and upholstery .

a particular kind of matter in gas, solid, or liquid form

Ex: In the lab , they measured the density of the unknown substance to determine its composition .
electric [adjective]

relating to, produced by, or using electricity

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real [adjective]

having actual existence and not imaginary

Ex:
systematic [adjective]

done according to a planned and orderly system

Ex: He tackled his assignments in a systematic manner , breaking them down into manageable tasks .
metal [noun]

a usually solid and hard substance that heat and electricity can move through, such as gold, iron, etc.

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plastic [noun]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

Ex: Polyethylene is a versatile plastic used in packaging , insulation , and textiles .
iron [noun]

a metallic chemical element with a silvery-gray appearance, widely used for making tools, steel, buildings, and various industrial products

Ex: The metalworker melted iron to create a molten metal for casting .
gold [noun]

a valuable yellow-colored metal that is used for making jewelry

Ex: The ancient Egyptians used gold to create intricate jewelry and artifacts .
silver [noun]

a shiny grayish-white metal of high value that heat and electricity can move through it and is used in jewelry making, electronics, etc.

Ex: The circuit boards in electronics often contain traces of silver for conductivity .
carbon [noun]

a nonmetal element that can be found in all organic compounds and living things

Ex: The carbon in the atmosphere plays a crucial role in the greenhouse effect .
oxygen [noun]

a chemical element in gas form with no color that living things need for breathing

Ex: The doctor administered oxygen to the patient to help with breathing difficulties .
stone [noun]

a hard material, usually made of minerals, and often used for building things

Ex: The sculptor chiseled away at the stone to reveal the figure within .

to study a subject carefully and systematically to discover new facts or information about it

Ex: She researched various travel destinations before planning her vacation .
method [noun]

a specific way or process of doing something, particularly an established or systematic one

Ex: The method of payment for the service can be chosen during checkout .
example [noun]

a sample, showing what the rest of the data is typically like

Ex: In the financial report , they presented multiple case studies , with Company A 's performance being a prime example of success .

to make or design something that did not exist before

Ex: The inventor spent years working to invent a device that could automate common household tasks .
inventor [noun]

someone who makes or designs something that did not exist before

Ex: The inventor of the smartphone revolutionized the way we communicate and access information .

to be the first person who finds something or someplace that others did not know about

Ex: The scientist discovered a new species of plant in the remote rainforest .

the act of finding something for the first time and before others

Ex: The discovery of a lost manuscript by a famous author thrilled literary scholars and enthusiasts alike .
tool [noun]

something such as a hammer, saw, etc. that is held in the hand and used for a specific job

Ex: The chef 's most important tool in the kitchen is a sharp knife .
fact [noun]

something that is known to be true or real, especially when it can be proved

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reason [noun]

something that explains an action or event

Ex: The teacher explained the reason behind the scientific principle to the students .

the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry

Ex: Technology plays a crucial role in the efficiency of modern factories .
data [noun]

information or facts collected to be used for various purposes

Ex: Weather forecasters rely on data from satellites and weather stations to predict future conditions .
focus [noun]

the act of directing your attention and energy toward a particular thing or task

Ex: Meditation helps to improve mental focus and clarity by training the mind to concentrate on the present moment .
engine [noun]

the part of a vehicle that uses a particular fuel to make the vehicle move

Ex: She studied mechanical engineering to learn how to design and build engines .
sound [noun]

anything that we can hear

Ex: Laughter is a delightful sound that brightens any room .

a place where people do scientific experiments, manufacture drugs, etc.

Ex: Forensic laboratories analyze evidence collected from crime scenes to aid in investigations .
result [noun]

something that is caused by something else

Ex: The investigation led to the arrest of the suspect , with the result that crime rates decreased .