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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 4 - Listening - Part 4 (1)

Here you can find the vocabulary from Test 4 - Listening - Part 4 (1) in the Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic coursebook, to help you prepare for your IELTS exam.

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
to plant
to plant
[Verb]

to put a seed, plant, etc. in the ground to grow

Ex: Each spring, the community comes together to plant flowers in the town square. 
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to dominate

to be more numerous, powerful, or significant than everything else around it

Ex: Women dominated the conference, with more female speakers than male. 
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agenda
agenda
[noun]

a list of things that need to be considered, solved, or done

Ex: The agenda for the workshop was packed with interesting discussions. 
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climate crisis

an urgent situation in which proper action must be taken to remove the threats done to the environment

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corporation

a company or group of people that are considered as a single unit by law

Ex: The corporation expanded its operations into international markets last year. 
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to offset
to offset
[Verb]

to compensate for the effects of something through appropriate actions or measures

Ex: Planting trees can help offset carbon emissions in the environment. 
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carbon emission

the release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, primarily from burning fossil fuels, industrial processes, and etc.

Ex: Carbon emissions from factories contribute significantly to global warming. 
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unfortunately

used to express regret or say that something is disappointing or sad

Ex: Unfortunately, the flight was delayed due to severe weather conditions, causing inconvenience for the passengers. 
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straightforward
straightforward
[Adjective]

easy to comprehend or perform without any difficulties

Ex: His explanation of the problem was straightforward, making it easy for everyone to understand. 
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considerably
considerably
[Adverb]

by a significant amount or to a significant extent

Ex: The new software improved efficiency considerably. 
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reforestation

the process of replanting trees in an area where forest cover has been depleted or removed, aiming to restore or create a forest ecosystem

Ex: After a wildfire, extensive reforestation efforts were undertaken to restore the damaged forest ecosystem. 
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to undertake

to take responsibility for something and start to do it

Ex: She undertakes the responsibility of managing the team's day-to-day operations. 
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scale
scale
[noun]

the size, amount, or degree of one thing compared with another

Ex: The scale of the earthquake was so immense that it caused widespread damage across the region. 
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crucial
crucial
[Adjective]

extremely important or essential

Ex: It is crucial to follow safety guidelines. 
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to select
to select
[Verb]

to choose someone or something from a group of people or things

Ex: The coach carefully selects players for each match based on their skills and performance. 
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mix
mix
[noun]

an event that combines things in a mixture

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species
species
[noun]

a group that animals, plants, etc. of the same type which are capable of producing healthy offspring with each other are divided into

Ex: The Galapagos finches are a classic example of how different species can evolve from a common ancestor. 
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typical
typical
[Adjective]

representing the usual characteristics of a person, thing, or group

Ex: His punctuality is typical of a professional. 
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ecosystem
ecosystem
[noun]

a community of living organisms together with their physical environment, interacting as a system

Ex: Coral reefs are diverse ecosystems that support a wide range of marine life. 
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rare
rare
[Adjective]

found only in small numbers so considered interesting or valuable

Ex: The museum displayed rare artifacts from ancient civilizations, each considered priceless due to their scarcity. 
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endangered
endangered
[Adjective]

(of an animal, plant, etc.) being at risk of extinction

Ex: The endangered sea turtle population is declining rapidly due to pollution and habitat destruction. 
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non-native
non-native
[Adjective]

(of plants or animals) not originally from the region or environment where they are found, often introduced from other areas

Ex: The garden is filled with non-native plants that thrive in this climate. 
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invasive
invasive
[Adjective]

aggressively intruding or spreading into a space or situation where something is unwelcome or harmful

Ex: The invasive species of plants rapidly overtook the native vegetation. 
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significant
significant
[Adjective]

important or great enough to be noticed or have an impact

Ex: The discovery of the ancient artifact was significant for understanding the region's history. 
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contributor

a factor that helps to make something happen

Ex: Regular exercise is a significant contributor to overall health and well-being. 
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global
global
[Adjective]

regarding or affecting the entire world

Ex: The pandemic has had a global impact on public health, economies, and daily life. 
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biodiversity

the existence of a range of different plants and animals in a natural environment

Ex: The rainforest is known for its rich biodiversity, housing countless species of flora and fauna. 
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crisis
crisis
[noun]

a situation in which one must deal with serious problems or make some important decisions

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competition

the rivalry between two or more organisms or species, as they actively compete for a scarce environmental resource

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to threaten

to indicate a potential danger or risk to someone or something

Ex: His aggressive behavior began to threaten the safety of those around him. 
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survival
survival
[noun]

the process by which organisms best adapted to their environment continue to exist while others die out

Ex: Natural selection favors the survival of the fittest. 
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to restore

to bring something back into existence or operation, especially after a period of inactivity or decline

Ex: The firefighters worked tirelessly to restore electricity to the neighborhood after the blackout. 
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to maximize

to increase something to the highest possible level

Ex: She always tries to maximize her productivity by planning her tasks efficiently. 
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ideally
ideally
[Adverb]

used to express a situation or condition that is most desirable

Ex: Ideally, a balanced diet includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, proteins, and whole grains. 
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conservation

the protection of the natural environment and resources from wasteful human activities

Ex: Conservation efforts are crucial to preserving endangered species and their habitats. 
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availability

the state of being able to be used, obtained, or accessed

Ex: The availability of fresh produce in the market depends on the season. 
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to maintain

to make something stay in the same state or condition

Ex: The janitor regularly maintains cleanliness in the office by cleaning and organizing. 
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stability
stability
[noun]

the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation

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soil
soil
[noun]

the black or brownish substance consisted of organic remains, rock particles, and clay that forms the upper layer of earth where trees or other plants grow

Ex: The gardeners enriched the soil with compost to improve plant growth. 
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whilst
whilst
[conjunction]

during the time that something else is happening

Ex: She read a book whilst waiting for the train. 
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harm
harm
[noun]

the act of inflicting injury, damage, or loss on someone or something

Ex: Deliberate harm to animals is illegal. 
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vulnerable
vulnerable
[Adjective]

able to be physically harmed or wounded

Ex: The baby birds in the nest were vulnerable to predators until they learned to fly. 
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sign
sign
[noun]

a fundamental unit of language linking a signifier to what it signifies

Ex: Words are the primary signs in spoken language. 
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highly
highly
[Adverb]

in a favorable or approving manner

Ex: He was highly regarded by his peers for his honesty and leadership. 
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scheme
scheme
[noun]

an organized and carefully planned course of action

Ex: The company launched a scheme to expand internationally. 
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carbon capture

the process of collecting carbon dioxide gas from places like power plants or factories and storing it safely so that it does not enter the air and cause more global warming

Ex: Carbon capture can help slow down climate change. 
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landscape
landscape
[noun]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

Ex: The hikers admired the mountain landscape at sunrise. 
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