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

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
to [make] sense

to be understandable in a way that is reasonable

Ex: Her explanation didn't make sense to me; I couldn't understand why she made that decision. 
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untapped
untapped
[Adjective]

not drawn upon or used

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sustainable
sustainable
[Adjective]

using natural resources in a way that causes no harm to the environment

Ex: The farm practices sustainable agriculture. 
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to deplete

to use up or diminish the quantity or supply of a resource, material, or substance

Ex: Continuous deforestation can deplete the natural habitat for many species. 
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critic
critic
[noun]

someone who evaluates and provides opinions or judgments about various forms of art, literature, performances, or other creative works

Ex: The film critic praised the director's innovative storytelling and powerful performances in her review. 
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exotic
exotic
[Adjective]

originating in another country, particularly a tropical one

Ex: She loves to collect exotic plants from tropical regions for her greenhouse. 
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little-known
little-known
[Adjective]

not widely or generally recognized

Ex: The book explores a little-known historical event. 
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assault
assault
[noun]

the act of attempting to do or achieve something difficult in a determined way

Ex: The team's assault on the summit was met with harsh weather conditions, but they persevered. 
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to inflict

to cause or impose something unpleasant, harmful, or unwelcome upon someone or something

Ex: The hurricane inflicted significant damage on the coastal town. 
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expert
expert
[noun]

an individual with a great amount of knowledge, skill, or training in a particular field

Ex: She is an expert in photography and takes stunning pictures. 
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off limits
off limits
[Adjective]

referring to a place or area where access is restricted or prohibited

Ex: The construction site is off limits to unauthorized personnel for safety reasons. 
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active
active
[Adjective]

(of a volcano) currently showing signs of volcanic activity or having the potential to become active soon

Ex: Mount Etna is one of the most active volcanoes in Europe, frequently spewing lava and ash. 
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biotechnology

the branch of science and technology that involves the use of living organisms, cells, and biological systems to develop new products and applications for various industries

Ex: Biotechnology research focuses on using genetic engineering to enhance crop yields and develop resistant varieties. 
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spin-off
spin-off
[noun]

a product made during the manufacture of something else

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strict
strict
[Adjective]

(of rules and regulations) absolute and must be obeyed under any circumstances

Ex: The company has strict guidelines in place to ensure workplace safety for all employees. 
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elsewhere
elsewhere
[Adverb]

at, in, or to another place

Ex: The store was out of stock, so I had to look elsewhere for the product. 
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reference
reference
[noun]

a mention or citation of something, often to provide context or support for an idea

Ex: The article included several references to previous studies on the topic. 
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rapidly
rapidly
[Adverb]

in a way that is very quick and often unexpected

Ex: The river flowed rapidly after heavy rainfall. 
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raw
raw
[Adjective]

(of a material) having not undergone any processing or refinement

Ex: The artist preferred to work with raw clay before shaping it into sculptures. 
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transport
transport
[noun]

the commercial enterprise of moving goods and materials

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rough
rough
[Adjective]

approximate or lacking in detail or refinement

Ex: He provided a rough estimate of the project costs, knowing it would be adjusted later. 
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particular
particular
[Adjective]

distinctive among others that are of the same general classification

Ex: The law applies to a particular type of vehicle, such as electric cars. 
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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: The pond ecosystem is home to a variety of organisms, including fish, algae, and bacteria. 
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to coexist

to exist together in the same location or period, without necessarily interacting

Ex: Dinosaurs and early mammals once coexisted during the Mesozoic era. 
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move
move
[noun]

the act of making a decision or taking action towards a particular goal or outcome

Ex: His move to start his own business surprised everyone. 
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heavily
heavily
[Adverb]

to a great or considerable extent

Ex: The economy is heavily reliant on tourism. 
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mined
mined
[Adjective]

extracted from a source of supply as of minerals from the earth

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inhabitant

a person or animal that resides in a particular place

Ex: The city has over a million inhabitants, making it one of the largest in the country. 
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to ignore
to ignore
[Verb]

to overlook or neglect something important or noteworthy

Ex: He ignored the warning signs and continued driving despite the storm. 
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worthwhile
worthwhile
[Adjective]

deserving of time, effort, or attention due to inherent value or importance

Ex: Learning a new language can be a worthwhile endeavor, opening up opportunities for personal and professional growth. 
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destructive
destructive
[Adjective]

causing a lot of damage or harm

Ex: The destructive hurricane left a trail of devastation in its wake. 
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marine life

the organisms that inhabit the oceans and other saltwater environments

Ex: Marine life includes fish, whales, and dolphins. 
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outer space

the space outside the earth's atmosphere

Ex: Outer space is characterized by the absence of air, so astronauts must wear spacesuits to survive the vacuum and extreme conditions. 
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to lie
to lie
[Verb]

to occupy a particular place

Ex: The book I'm looking for should lie somewhere on this bookshelf. 
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to adapt
to adapt
[Verb]

to change something in a way that suits a new purpose or situation better

Ex: The company had to adapt its marketing strategy to reach a global audience. 
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strongly
strongly
[Adverb]

to a large or significant degree

Ex: He was strongly influenced by his grandfather's advice. 
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due to
due to
[preposition]

as a result of a specific cause or reason

Ex: The flight delay was due to heavy fog at the airport. 
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unidentified
unidentified
[Adjective]

not yet identified

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consequence

a phenomenon or event that follows from and is caused by a previous action or occurrence

Ex: Flooding was a consequence of the heavy rains. 
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to look
to look
[Verb]

to expect or rely on something happening or someone doing something

Ex: Instead of always looking at short-term solutions, we should think long-term. 
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in place
in place
[Adverb]

properly arranged or ready to be used

Ex: The emergency procedures are in place to handle any situation. 
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to deliver

to provide or supply something that was expected or promised

Ex: They promise to deliver excellent customer service. 
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