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Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic - Test 1 - Reading - Passage 2 (1)

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Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic
practice
practice
[noun]

the act of applying or implementing an idea, theory, or plan into real-world actions or activities

Ex: The proposed solution seemed ideal in theory, but it faced several challenges in practice. 
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abundant
abundant
[Adjective]

existing or available in large quantities

Ex: The garden was filled with abundant flowers of every color. 
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traditional
traditional
[Adjective]

belonging to or following the methods or thoughts that are old as opposed to new or different ones

Ex: The restaurant offers a traditional menu, focusing on familiar comfort foods rather than trendy dishes. 
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to compete

to try to achieve a better result compared to that of other people or things

Ex: Researchers compete to publish their findings in prestigious journals. 
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desirable
desirable
[Adjective]

worth doing or having

Ex: The job offer came with a desirable salary and benefits package. 
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regeneration

forming again (especially with improvements or removal of defects); renewing and reconstituting

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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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specifically
specifically
[Adverb]

only for one certain type of person or thing

Ex: The chef specifically crafted a menu for guests with dietary restrictions. 
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to target
to target
[Verb]

to aim or direct something, such as an action or effort, towards a specific goal or objective

Ex: The team targeted their efforts on improving customer service. 
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suitable
suitable
[Adjective]

appropriate for a certain situation or purpose

Ex: The dress she chose was suitable for the formal event. 
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combustion

the process of burning, characterized by the chemical reaction between a fuel and oxygen that produces heat and light

Ex: The combustion of gasoline in car engines powers vehicles. 
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boiler
boiler
[noun]

a closed vessel in which water is heated to create steam or hot water, used for heating buildings, producing electricity, or powering machines

Ex: The building’s boiler provides hot water and heating during the winter. 
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power
power
[noun]

the energy that is obtained through different means, such as electrical or solar, to operate different equipment or machines

Ex: The factory relies on solar power to run its production lines. 
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facility
facility
[noun]

a place or a building that is designed and equipped for a specific function, such as healthcare, education, etc.

Ex: The hospital's new facility includes state-of-the-art operating rooms and patient care units. 
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coal
coal
[noun]

a type of fossil fuel, which is black and found in the ground, typically used as a source of energy

Ex: Coal has been a crucial source of energy for centuries, playing a significant role in powering industries and generating electricity worldwide. 
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plant
plant
[noun]

a place, such as a factory, in which an industrial process happens or where power is produced

Ex: The chemical plant manufactures various industrial chemicals. 
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to incorporate

to include something as part of a larger whole or system

Ex: The new design will incorporate feedback from various stakeholders to ensure satisfaction. 
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stream
stream
[noun]

a steady, ongoing flow of something, like information, data, or objects

Ex: There was a stream of traffic on the road during rush hour. 
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to gasify
to gasify
[Verb]

turn into gas

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generation

the creation of heat, electricity, or other forms of energy

Ex: The power plant specializes in electricity generation. 
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fuel
fuel
[noun]

any substance that can produce energy or heat when burned

Ex: Wood is a common fuel for campfires. 
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ethanol
ethanol
[noun]

a type of alcohol fuel produced from renewable sources such as corn or sugarcane

Ex: Ethanol is blended with gasoline to create biofuels. 
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gasoline
gasoline
[noun]

a liquid used by cars, trucks, etc. as a fuel

Ex: I need to stop at the gas station to fill up my car with gasoline. 
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lorry
lorry
[noun]

a large, heavy motor vehicle designed for transporting goods or materials over long distances

Ex: The lorry arrived early in the morning to deliver the supplies to the construction site. 
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approach
approach
[noun]

a way of doing something or dealing with a problem

Ex: The teacher's approach to discipline focuses on positive reinforcement. 
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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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to cut down

to cut through something at its base in order to make it fall

Ex: The lumberjacks had to cut down the old oak tree to clear space for the new construction project. 
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to allow
to allow
[Verb]

to make sure one has a sufficient amount of something such as time, food, money, etc. available for a specific purpose

Ex: Allow plenty of space in your suitcase for souvenirs. 
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to remain
to remain
[Verb]

to stay in existence after other parts or elements have disappeared or been used up

Ex: The ancient ruins are all that remain of the once-thriving civilization. 
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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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bioenergy
bioenergy
[noun]

a form of energy that is produced from organic or biological sources, which can be naturally replaced

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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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factor
factor
[noun]

one of the things that affects something or contributes to it

Ex: Poor weather conditions were a significant factor in the cancellation of the outdoor event. 
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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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function
function
[noun]

the purpose or intended use of something

Ex: The function of the lever is to lift heavy objects. 
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accessibility

the quality or state of being easily reached, entered, used, or understood by everyone, regardless of any physical or mental limitations

Ex: The building's accessibility was improved with ramps and elevators. 
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given
given
[Adjective]

stated or specified; acknowledged or supposed

Ex: The given deadline for the project is next Friday. 
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timber
timber
[noun]

trees grown to be used in carpentry or construction

Ex: The timber from the forest was transported to the mill to be processed into lumber. 
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log
log
[noun]

a section of a tree trunk that has been cut or fallen, usually stripped of branches

Ex: He carried a heavy log to the fireplace. 
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landowner
landowner
[noun]

a person who owns land

Ex: The landowner decided to plant trees on his property. 
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habitat
habitat
[noun]

the place or area in which certain animals, birds, or plants naturally exist, lives, and grows

Ex: Coral reefs provide a rich habitat for thousands of marine species. 
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stem
stem
[noun]

the main part of a plant that connects the roots to the twigs, leaves, and flowers

Ex: The scientist examined the stem under a microscope to study its structure and how it conducts nutrients. 
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trunk
trunk
[noun]

the main wooden body of a tree

Ex: The children climbed on the sturdy trunk of the old oak tree in the backyard. 
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likewise
likewise
[Adverb]

used when introducing additional information to a statement that has just been made

Ex: She loves painting; her brother likewise enjoys spending time in the studio. 
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to suffer
to suffer
[Verb]

to have an illness or disease

Ex: The child suffered from a high fever and cough, prompting his parents to take him to the doctor. 
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woodworker

makes things out of wood

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solely
solely
[Adverb]

with no one or nothing else involved

Ex: The decision was made solely to improve efficiency. 
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norm
norm
[noun]

a standard or expectation that guides behavior within a group or society

Ex: She challenged the norm by choosing a nontraditional career path. 
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to leave behind

to discard or abandon someone or something as no longer relevant or important to one's present or future

Ex: The artist left behind their childhood dreams of becoming a doctor, embracing their passion for painting instead. 
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formed
formed
[Adjective]

having or given a form or shape

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suited
suited
[Adjective]

fitting for a specific purpose, situation, or person

Ex: The lightweight fabric of the dress is suited for hot weather. 
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site
site
[noun]

an area of land on which something is, was, or will be constructed

Ex: The construction workers cleared the site for the new office building. 
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high-grading

the practice of selecting and keeping only the best or most valuable parts of something and leaving the rest behind, often used in mining, fishing, or logging

Ex: High-grading was blamed for the decline in fish stocks. 
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legacy
legacy
[noun]

a lasting result or effect from past actions or events, often influencing the present or future

Ex: The war left a legacy of destruction across the region. 
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stand
stand
[noun]

a group of plants, especially trees, of the same species growing together in a particular area

Ex: The logging company planned to harvest the stand of fir trees. 
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low-use
low-use
[Adjective]

not frequently or widely used, typically because of being lower in quality or less in demand

Ex: Low-use wood might not be ideal for construction but can serve other purposes. 
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