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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
lifesaving
lifesaving
[Adjective]

relating to actions or treatments that save lives in emergency or critical situations

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medicine
medicine
[noun]

a substance that treats injuries or illnesses

Ex: The doctor prescribed medicine for her cough. 
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to view
to view
[Verb]

to regard or consider something in a particular way

Ex: He views his job as an opportunity for personal growth and development. 
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unique
unique
[Adjective]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Ex: Each snowflake is unique with its own pattern. 
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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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to lose
to lose
[Verb]

to waste or fail to have good use of time or an opportunity

Ex: Don't lose any more time; start your homework now. 
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rush
rush
[noun]

a sudden surge or burst of activity

Ex: There was a rush of orders after the announcement. 
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to exploit

to make effective or profitable use of a resource, opportunity, or ability

Ex: The company hopes to exploit new opportunities in overseas markets. 
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mineral
mineral
[noun]

a naturally occurring inorganic solid with a characteristic chemical composition and physical structure

Ex: Quartz is one of the most common minerals in Earth's crust. 
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hunger
hunger
[noun]

a craving for something

Ex: He had a hunger for knowledge. 
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marine
marine
[Adjective]

of, relating to, found in, or living in the sea

Ex: Marine pollution threatens many coastal ecosystems. 
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drug
drug
[noun]

any substance that is used for medicinal purposes

Ex: Drugs prescribed by doctors play a crucial role in treating various medical conditions, from antibiotics for infections to painkillers for managing discomfort. 
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microbiologist

a scientist who specializes in the study of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa, and their effects on living organisms

Ex: The microbiologist discovered a new strain of bacteria. 
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to urge
to urge
[Verb]

to strongly recommend something

Ex: The safety inspector urged caution when handling hazardous materials in the workplace. 
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halt
halt
[noun]

the occurrence of something coming to a complete stop or conclusion

Ex: The ceasefire marked the halt of hostilities in the region. 
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to weigh up

to carefully consider the advantages and disadvantages of a situation before deciding

Ex: The student council is carefully weighing up the options for the upcoming school event. 
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pros and cons

the positive and negative elements, arguments, outcomes, etc. of something

Ex: Before making a decision on whether to accept the job offer, she carefully weighed the pros and cons, considering factors such as salary, work-life balance, and career growth. 
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sustainability

the capacity to be maintained for a long time and causing no harm to the environment

Ex: Sustainability in agriculture ensures soil health for future generations. 
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to argue
to argue
[Verb]

to provide reasons when saying something is the case, particularly to persuade others that one is right

Ex: He argued that increasing funding for education would lead to long-term benefits for society. 
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oceanographer

a scientist specializing in the study of oceans, focusing on their physical properties, marine life, ecosystems, and interactions with the atmosphere and land

Ex: The oceanographer conducted research aboard a research vessel to study deep-sea currents. 
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remotely
remotely
[Adverb]

from a different location using digital communication or technology

Ex: Most employees now work remotely at least part of the week. 
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to spot
to spot
[Verb]

to notice or see someone or something that is hard to do so

Ex: The hiker could spot the rare bird perched high in the trees. 
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sea cucumber

an invertebrate with a wormlike body that is considered a marine creature and lives on seabed, with tentacles around the mouth

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tail
tail
[noun]

the part of the body of an animal, a bird or a fish that sticks out at the back, which can move

Ex: My cat has a long and bushy tail. 
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to sail
to sail
[Verb]

to move smoothly and gracefully with sweeping or gliding motions

Ex: The graceful figure skater seemed to sail across the ice. 
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deep-sea
deep-sea
[Adjective]

of or taking place in the deeper parts of the sea

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mining
mining
[noun]

the activity or industry of extracting minerals and other valuable materials from the earth

Ex: Coal mining once employed thousands of people in the region. 
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bacteria
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: Bacteria play a crucial role in the decomposition of organic matter in the ecosystem. 
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ocean floor

the bottom of a sea or ocean

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superbug
superbug
[noun]

a type or variety of bacteria or virus that has developed a resistance to multiple types of antibiotics or other treatments, making it difficult to control or eliminate

Ex: Hospitals are struggling to control infections caused by superbugs. 
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habitat
habitat
[noun]

the natural environment in which a particular animal, plant, or other organism normally lives or grows

Ex: The wetland provides an important habitat for migrating birds. 
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at risk
at risk
[phrase]

prone to danger or harm

Ex: Adults were also at risk from epidemics. 
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microbe
microbe
[noun]

a microscopic organism, especially one that can cause disease

Ex: The lab detected a harmful microbe in the city's drinking water supply. 
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sponge
sponge
[noun]

a marine invertebrate with a body full of holes through which water can circulate and nutrients can be absorbed

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pathogenic
pathogenic
[Adjective]

capable of causing disease

Ex: Bacteria like Salmonella are pathogenic and can cause food poisoning. 
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bug
bug
[noun]

a tiny living organism that can cause disease

Ex: The flu is caused by a viral bug. 
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laboratory

a room or building equipped for scientific research, experiments, testing, or the production of chemicals or medicines

Ex: Sarah spent the afternoon analyzing samples in the laboratory. 
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breakthrough

an important discovery or development that helps improve a situation or answer a problem

Ex: The scientist's groundbreaking research led to a major breakthrough in cancer treatment. 
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antibiotic

a medicine that kills or stops the growth of bacteria

Ex: The doctor prescribed an antibiotic for the infection. 
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resistant
resistant
[Adjective]

not easily affected by external influences or forces

Ex: The sunscreen lotion is resistant to water, making it suitable for swimming. 
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further
further
[Adverb]

at or to a more advanced point or stage

Ex: To complete the project, we need to push further into the research phase. 
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to confirm

to show or say that something is the case, particularly by providing proof

Ex: The doctor confirmed the diagnosis with the results of the blood test. 
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trough
trough
[noun]

(geology) a long, narrow depression or hollow, often occurring naturally, such as in the landscape or ocean floor

Ex: The river carved a deep trough through the canyon over millions of years, creating stunning natural landscapes. 
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previously
previously
[Adverb]

before the present moment or a specific time

Ex: She had previously worked for a different company before joining the current one. 
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operated
operated
[Adjective]

controlled or made to work by a particular method or system

Ex: The battery-operated toy ran for hours. 
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term
term
[noun]

a single word or group of words used to name or define something

Ex: The term "photosynthesis" refers to a biological process. 
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undocumented
undocumented
[Adjective]

not recorded or officially recognized

Ex: The scientist discovered an undocumented species of insect. 
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prospecting

the act of searching for valuable things like minerals, oil, or opportunities

Ex: Gold prospecting was common during the 1800s. 
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bioactive
bioactive
[Adjective]

having an effect on living organisms, tissues, or cells

Ex: The plant contains bioactive compounds that help heal wounds. 
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