B2 Level Wordlist - World of Science

Here you will learn some English words about the world of science, such as "biochemistry", "biological", "bacteria", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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B2 Level Wordlist

a field of science that deals with the chemistry of organisms

Ex: Biochemistry helps explain how nutrients are metabolized in the body .
biological [adjective]

relating to the science that explores living organisms and their functions

Ex: The biological classification system categorizes organisms into various groups based on their characteristics .
artificial [adjective]

made by humans rather than occurring naturally in nature

Ex: The plastic flowers in the vase looked remarkably real despite being artificial .
bacteria [noun]

(microbiology) single-celled microorganisms that can be found in various environments, including soil, water, and living organisms, and can be beneficial, harmful, or neutral

Ex: Yogurt contains beneficial bacteria that aid in digestion .
being [noun]

a living thing, such as a tree, human, animal, etc.

Ex: All beings , regardless of size , have an impact on their surroundings .
cycle [noun]

(biology) a series of transformations and events that happen in an animal or plant's lifetime

Ex: The cell cycle is the process by which cells grow and divide .
DNA [noun]

(biochemistry) a chemical substance that carries the genetic information, which is present in every cell and some viruses

Ex: DNA carries the information that determines traits like eye color and height .
genetics [noun]

the branch of biology that deals with how individual features and different characteristics are passed through genes

Ex: The field of genetics continues to evolve with new technologies and discoveries .

(biology) to change gradually and over generations into forms that are better adapted to the environment and fitter to survive

Ex: Bacteria exposed to antibiotics have evolved through genetic mutations .
compound [noun]

(chemistry) a substance that its molecules consist of two or more elements that are held together by a chemical bond

Ex: The chemical bond in a compound holds the atoms together tightly .
element [noun]

a substance that is composed of only one type of atom, typically characterized by specific physical and chemical properties

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matter [noun]

a physical substance that occupies space and exists in every material in the universe

Ex: In the universe , matter exists in various forms , including stars and planets .
mineral [noun]

a solid, naturally occurring substance with a specific chemical composition, typically found in the earth's crust, such as gold, copper, etc.

Ex: The geologist discovered a new mineral deposit in the mountain range .
molecule [noun]

the smallest structure of a substance consisting of a group of atoms

Ex: Some molecules are simple , like oxygen , which is made of two oxygen atoms .
solution [noun]

a mixture of different liquids

Ex: Chemists often study solutions to understand how different substances interact .

the temperature at which a liquid starts boiling

Ex: Scientists study the boiling points of various substances to understand their properties .

the temperature at which liquid becomes solid

Ex: The freezing point of mercury is significantly lower than that of water .

energy transmitted through space or matter in the form of waves or particles

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to help something progress or succeed

Ex: The athlete followed a rigorous training regimen to advance their skills .

to take in energy, liquid, etc.

Ex: The paper towel absorbed the grease from the pizza .

(physics) to make a substance radioactive

Ex: Activating materials can help in studying their properties in a radioactive state .

to produce energy, such as heat, electricity, etc.

Ex: The nuclear power plant generates vast amounts of energy by harnessing the heat produced from nuclear fission reactions .
industry [noun]

the manufacture of goods using raw materials, particularly in factories

Ex: The technology industry is known for rapid innovation and advancements .

a field of engineering that deals with the design, construction, and repair of buildings, bridges, roads, etc.

Ex: Sustainable practices in civil engineering aim to reduce environmental impact .
sensor [noun]

a machine or device that detects any changes in the environment and sends the information to other electronic devices

Ex: The car has a sensor that helps it park automatically .
circuit [noun]

the complete circle through which an electric current flows, typically consists of the source of electric energy

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field [noun]

(physics) the space or area within which the effect of a particular force exists

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wire [noun]

a long and thin piece of metal that carries an electric current

Ex: A wire was running from the generator to the control panel , ensuring power delivery .

a wire that carries electrical current and has the potential to cause electric shock or injury if touched

Ex: The fire department disconnected the live wires to prevent further danger .
motion [noun]

the process or act of moving or changing place

Ex: The motion of the leaves in the wind created a calming atmosphere .

to carefully check the quality, activity, or changes of something or someone for a period of time

Ex: The technician is currently monitoring the system for any potential issues .
motor [noun]

a machine that converts any form of energy into mechanical energy

Ex: The windmill uses a motor to generate electricity from wind energy .
rate [noun]

the number of times something changes or happens during a specific period of time

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the effect of sunlight, wind, or rain, on rocks that makes them change color or appearance

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impervious [adjective]

preventing a substance such as liquid from passing through

Ex: The impervious coating on the roof protects the building from water damage .