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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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CEFR A2 Vocabulary
atom
atom
[noun]

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

Ex: Scientists use sophisticated instruments such as electron microscopes to observe and study the structure of atoms.
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organism
organism
[noun]

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

Ex: A single-celled organism, such as an amoeba , can exhibit complex behaviors .
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chemical
chemical
[Adjective]

made by a process that involves chemistry

Ex: Industrial processes often involve the use of chemical substances for manufacturing goods.
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gas
gas
[noun]

the state of a substance that is neither solid nor liquid

Ex: She felt dizzy after inhaling the toxic gas released from the factory .
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liquid
liquid
[noun]

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

Ex: The lava flowing from the volcano resembled a molten liquid.
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solid
solid
[noun]

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

Ex: The solid in the container was difficult to break apart without tools.
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material
material
[noun]

a substance from which things can be made

Ex: Glass is a transparent material made from silica and other additives , used for making windows , containers , and decorative objects .
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substance
substance
[noun]

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

Ex: When heated , the solid substance melted into a clear , viscous liquid .
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electric
electric
[Adjective]

relating to, produced by, or using electricity

Ex: Our camping trip was made much easier with the help of an electric lantern to light our way at night .
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real
real
[Adjective]

having actual existence and not imaginary

Ex: The tears in her eyes were real as she said goodbye to her beloved pet .
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systematic
systematic
[Adjective]

done according to a planned and orderly system

Ex: She took a systematic approach to solving the problem , following a step-by-step method .
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metal
metal
[noun]

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

Ex: Mercury is a unique metal that is liquid at room temperature , commonly used in thermometers and barometers .
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plastic
plastic
[noun]

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

Ex: The dentist fashioned a temporary crown out of dental plastic.
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iron
iron
[noun]

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

Ex: Children need sufficient iron for proper growth and development .
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gold
gold
[noun]

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

Ex: The Olympic medals are traditionally made of gold, silver , and bronze .
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silver
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 Olympic medal for second place is traditionally made of silver.
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carbon
carbon
[noun]

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

Ex: Activated carbon is widely used in filtration systems to remove impurities.
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oxygen
oxygen
[noun]

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

Ex: Blood transports oxygen from the lungs to the tissues of the body .
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stone
stone
[noun]

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

Ex: The quarry produces various types of stone for construction projects .
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to research

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

Ex: The students researched different sources for their science project .
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method
method
[noun]

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

Ex: The Montessori method emphasizes hands-on learning and self-directed exploration for young children .
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example
example
[noun]

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

Ex: When analyzing the feedback , they highlighted several instances of constructive criticism , with one particular comment standing out as an example of the overall sentiment .
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to invent
to invent
[Verb]

to make or design something that did not exist before

Ex: By 2030 , scientists might invent a cure for this disease .
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inventor
inventor
[noun]

someone who makes or designs something that did not exist before

Ex: Alexander Graham Bell , the inventor of the telephone , forever changed the way people communicate over long distances .
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to discover

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

Ex: The archaeologists discovered an ancient city buried beneath the sand .
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discovery
discovery
[noun]

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

Ex: The discovery of a hidden chamber in the pyramid opened up new avenues of exploration for archaeologists .
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tool
tool
[noun]

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

Ex: A wrench is a handy tool for tightening or loosening bolts and nuts .
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fact
fact
[noun]

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

Ex: The detective gathered facts and clues to solve the mystery.
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reason
reason
[noun]

something that explains an action or event

Ex: Understanding the reason for his behavior helped to resolve the conflict .
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technology

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

Ex: The company is focused on developing new technology to improve healthcare .
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data
data
[noun]

information or facts collected to be used for various purposes

Ex: The census collects demographic data to understand population trends .
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focus
focus
[noun]

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

Ex: The students ' lack of focus in class was evident as they struggled to complete their assignments on time .
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engine
engine
[noun]

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

Ex: The new electric car features a powerful engine that provides fast acceleration .
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sound
sound
[noun]

anything that we can hear

Ex: The concert hall was filled with the beautiful sound of classical music .
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laboratory

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

Ex: Food scientists work in laboratories to develop new food products and improve food safety standards .
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result
result
[noun]

something that is caused by something else

Ex: The company 's restructuring efforts led to positive financial results.
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