Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Test 4 - Reading - Passage 2 (3)

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grave [adjective]

signifying a matter of deep concern

Ex: The international community expressed grave concern over the escalation of tensions between the two neighboring countries .

threat [noun]

something that poses danger or the possibility of harm

Ex: The police quickly responded to the bomb threat called in at the downtown office building .

vital [adjective]

absolutely necessary and of great importance

Ex: Oxygen is vital for sustaining life .

function [noun]

the purpose or intended use of something

Ex: The function of the key is to unlock the door .

sediment [noun]

particles of solid material that settle at the bottom of a liquid

Ex: Over time , sediment builds up in the bottom of a pond , affecting its water quality .

significantly [adverb]

in a way that carries particular importance or meaning, often in relation to the context

Ex: He significantly avoided mentioning her name in the discussion .

to disturb [verb]

to disrupt or alter the usual order or operation of something

Ex: The arrival of unexpected guests disturbed their evening plans .

oceanography [noun]

the scientific study of the oceans, including their physical, chemical, biological, and geological aspects

Ex: The field of oceanography relies on advanced technology such as satellites , underwater drones , and remote sensing to gather data from the world 's oceans .

to occupy [verb]

to take up, cover, or use the entire space or extent of something

Ex: The ambitious skyscraper was designed to occupy the skyline

relatively [adverb]

to a specific degree, particularly when compared to other similar things

Ex: The cost of living here is relatively low .

chief executive [noun]

the highest-ranking person in a company or organization, responsible for making major decisions and managing overall operations

Ex: The chief executive of the company met with investors to discuss future plans .

to arise [verb]

to begin to exist or become noticeable

Ex: Tensions began to arise among team members due to differing opinions on the project 's direction .

gold rush [noun]

a period of rapid movement of people to a region where gold has been discovered, often leading to economic growth and social change

Ex: The discovery of gold sparked a gold rush , transforming the region 's economy overnight .

feature [noun]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

Ex: This software update includes a new security feature designed to protect user data .

past [adjective]

done or existed before the present time

Ex: The past events of the company shaped its current policies and strategies .

scramble [noun]

an unceremonious and disorganized struggle

including [preposition]

used to point out that something or someone is part of a set or group

Ex:

general [adjective]

applicable in most or all cases, without exceptions

Ex: The general assumption was that it would rain .

disregard [noun]

lack of attention and due care

marginalisation [noun]

the social process of becoming or being made marginal (especially as a group within the larger society)

indigenous [adjective]

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

Ex: The festival celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous people , featuring traditional music , dance , and crafts .

right [noun]

a thing that someone is legally, officially, or morally allowed to do or have

Ex: She fought for her right to receive equal pay for equal work .

paper [noun]

an essay or dissertation that is written in order to be read in an academic seminar or to be published in a journal

center [noun]

a specific location or facility where a particular activity, function, or purpose is focused

Ex:

seabed [noun]

the ground at the bottom of the sea or the floor of the ocean

limited [adjective]

restricted in scope, extent, or degree

Ex:

Mars [noun]

the 4th planet of the solar system located between earth and Jupiter

Ex: The polar ice caps on Mars consist of frozen water and carbon dioxide , fluctuating with the planet 's seasons .

Venus [noun]

the 2nd planet of the solar system located between Mercury and earth

Ex: Venus rotates in the opposite direction to most planets , a phenomenon known as retrograde rotation , with its day longer than its year .

to map [verb]

to systematically examine and record geographical features, data, or information

Ex: Environmental scientists mapped the river basin , conducting surveys to analyze water flow , pollution sources , and ecosystems .

in detail [adverb]

in a thorough and complete manner, providing a comprehensive examination or explanation of a subject

Ex: The artist described the painting in detail , highlighting specific techniques .

to remark [verb]

to express one's opinion through a statement

Ex: As they walked through the art gallery , visitors were free to remark on the paintings and sculptures they found most intriguing .

with respect to [preposition]

concerning a specific topic or issue

Ex: With respect to your inquiry about the company policy , I will provide you with more information shortly .

policy [noun]

a set of ideas or a plan of action that has been chosen officially by a group of people, an organization, a political party, etc.

Ex: The university enacted a diversity and inclusion policy to promote equity among students and faculty .

journal [noun]

a magazine or newspaper that gives information about a specific topic

Ex: Many students find academic journals useful for their research projects .

vent [noun]

a fissure in the earth's crust (or in the surface of some other planet) through which molten lava and gases erupt

to meet [verb]

to come into contact with or to join together

Ex: As they reached out , their fingertips met in a gentle touch .

volcanic [adjective]

related to or formed by the activity of volcanoes

Ex: Volcanic ash can travel long distances and affect air quality and visibility .

magma [noun]

liquid or semi-liquid rock that exists under the earth's surface with an extremely hot temperature

Ex: The magma chamber beneath Yellowstone National Park is vast and superheated .

crucial [adjective]

having great importance, often having a significant impact on the outcome of a situation

Ex: Following safety protocols is crucial in high-risk environments .

biodiversity [noun]

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

Ex: The loss of biodiversity due to deforestation has significant impacts on global climate patterns .

surround [noun]

the area or conditions immediately around something or someone where it exists or operates

Ex: The cozy surround of the cabin provided a peaceful retreat .

crustacean [noun]

a sea creature with a hard shell and jointed legs such as crabs and lobsters

Ex: The aquarium has a fascinating exhibit showcasing the diverse world of crustaceans , from hermit crabs to giant prawns .

clam [noun]

an edible marine shellfish living in sand or mud

slug [noun]

a small mollusk that moves very slowly and closely resembles a snail without shell

sea anemone [noun]

a sea polyp that is predatory and resembles a flower, having bright colors

increasingly [adverb]

in a manner that is gradually growing in degree, extent, or frequency over time

Ex: The team is increasingly confident about achieving its goals .

to pose [verb]

to introduce danger, a threat, problem, etc.

Ex: The cybersecurity breach posed a serious threat to the confidentiality of sensitive information .

hydrothermal [adjective]

related to hot water, especially water heated by the earth, often found deep underground or near volcanoes

Ex: The hydrothermal system supports rare deep-sea creatures .

tubeworm [noun]

a type of marine worm that lives inside a tube-like structure, often made from minerals or mucus, and is usually found in deep-sea environments

Ex: A group of tubeworms was discovered living around the underwater volcano .

plume [noun]

a cloud of smoke, steam, or vapor that is released into the air

Ex: The factory emitted a thick plume of steam .

sea floor [noun]

the bottom of a sea or ocean

Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
Test 1 - Listening - Part 1	Test 1 - Listening - Part 2	Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (1)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 3 (2)
Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 (1)	Test 1 - Listening - Part 4 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (1)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 1 (2)
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (3)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (1)
Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (2)	Test 1 - Reading - Passage 3 (3)	Test 2 - Listening - Part 1	Test 2 - Listening - Part 2 (1)
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