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Cambridge IELTS 15 Academic Listening Test 1 Part 4
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eucalyptus
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(n) /ˌjuːkəˈlɪptəs/
a type of tree that has long leaves and is often found in Australia
Example: The eucalyptus grows tall and provides shade.
biodiversity
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(n) /ˌbaɪ.oʊ.dɪˈvɜr.sɪ.ti/
the variety of different species of plants and animals in a particular area
Example: Biodiversity helps keep the environment healthy.
disinfectant
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(n) /ˌdɪsɪnˈfɛktənt/
a substance that kills germs
Example: We use a disinfectant to clean the table.
extract
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(v) /ɪkˈstrækt/
to take out or remove something from a larger whole
Example: We can extract juice from the oranges.
prematurely
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(adv) /ˌpriːməˈtʃʊrli/
before the expected time
Example: The flowers bloom prematurely in warm weather.
alarming
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(adj) /əˈlɑrmɪŋ/
causing fear or worry
Example: It is alarming when trees start to die.
calcium hydroxide
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(n) /ˈkæl.si.əm haɪˈdrɒk.saɪd/
a chemical compound used in construction and agriculture
Example: The builders used calcium hydroxide to make the concrete stronger.
construction
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(n) /kənˈstrʌkʃən/
the process of building something
Example: The construction of the new building took a year.
inject
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(v) /ɪnˈdʒɛkt/
to introduce a substance into something, usually with a syringe
Example: The doctor will inject medicine to help you feel better.
relatively
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(adv) /ˈrɛl.ə.tɪv.li/
in comparison to something else
Example: The weather today is relatively warm.
bell-miner
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(n) /ˈbɛlˌmaɪnər/
a type of bird that lives in Australia
Example: The bell-miner sings beautifully in the morning.
die-back
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(n) /ˈdaɪ.bæk/
a condition where trees lose leaves and die because of insects or diseases
Example: Die-back affected many trees in the forest.
secrete
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(v) /sɪˈkrēt/
to produce a substance, such as a liquid or a gas
Example: The insects secrete a sugary solution from the leaves.
flourish
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(v) /ˈflɜːrɪʃ/
to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way
Example: The plants flourish in the warm sunlight.
expense
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(n) /ɪkˈspɛns/
the money spent on something
Example: The expense of traveling can be high.
explanation
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(n) /ˌɛkspləˈneɪʃən/
a statement or explanation that makes something clear
Example: The teacher gave a clear explanation of the lesson.
ecologist
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(n) /ɪˈkɑːlədʒɪst/
a scientist who studies the environment and living things
Example: The ecologist helps protect the plants and animals in the park.
frequency
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(n) /ˈfriːkwənsi/
the number of times something happens in a period of time
Example: The frequency of the bus is every 15 minutes.
vegetation
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(n) /ˌvɛdʒɪˈteɪʃən/
plants in a particular area
Example: The park has beautiful vegetation near the lake.
proliferate
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(v) /prəˈlɪfəˌreɪt/
to increase rapidly in numbers
Example: We need to be careful when plants proliferate in the garden.
composition
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(n) /ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/
the way things are arranged or put together
Example: The composition of the soil affects how plants grow.
nutrient
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(n) /ˈnjuː.tri.ənt/
a substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life
Example: Fruits and vegetables are a good source of nutrients.
essential
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(adj) /ɪˈsɛnʃəl/
very important and necessary
Example: Water is essential for all living things.
survive
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(v) /sərˈvaɪv/
to continue to live or exist, especially after a difficult situation
Example: The animals must find food to survive.
indigenous
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(adj) /ɪnˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.nəs/
produced, living, or existing naturally in a particular place
Example: The indigenous people have a rich culture.
continent
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(n) /ˈkɒntɪnənt/
a large land mass that is part of the Earth's surface
Example: Asia is the largest continent in the world.
strictly
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(adv) /ˈstrɪktli/
in a way that is severe or demanding
Example: The rules are strictly enforced in the school.
reduced
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(adj) /rɪˈdjuːst/
made smaller or less in amount
Example: The company reduced its prices.
tropical
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(adj) /ˈtrɑːpɪkəl/
relating to the hot and humid regions near the equator
Example: The tropical weather is warm and wet.
ecosystem
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(n) /ˈiːkoʊˌsɪstəm/
a community of living things and their environment
Example: The ecosystem in the forest is very diverse.
dense
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(adj) /dɛns/
having a lot of things close together; thick
Example: The forest has dense trees.
variety
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(n) /vəˈraɪəti/
a difference or range of things
Example: There are many types of fruit, showing a variety of colors.
shade
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(n) /ʃeɪd/
the dark area that something makes when blocking light
Example: We sat in the shade to stay cool.
ideal
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(adj) /aɪˈdiːəl/
the best or perfect example of something
Example: The bell-miner bird finds this place ideal for building its nest.
undergrowth
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(n) /ˈʌndərˌɡroʊθ/
the plants and small trees that grow under larger trees in a forest
Example: The rabbit hid in the undergrowth to avoid the fox.
shelter
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(n) /ˈʃɛltər/
a place that protects you from danger or bad weather
Example: The dog found shelter under the tree.
creature
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(n) /ˈkriːtʃər/
a living thing, especially an animal
Example: A creature can be found in the forest.
species
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(n) /ˈspiːʃiːz/
a group of living things that are similar and can breed together
Example: There are many species of birds in the forest.
depend
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(v) /dɪˈpɛnd/
to rely on someone or something
Example: Animals depend on the eucalyptus tree for food.
nectar
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(n) /ˈnɛk.tɑr/
a sweet liquid made by flowers that bees collect
Example: The bees gather nectar from the flowers in the garden.
support
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(v) /səˈpɔrt/
to help or provide for someone or something
Example: We always support our friends in need.
extract
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(v) /ɪkˈstrækt/
to remove something from a larger place or source
Example: We need to extract the juice from the oranges.
premature
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(adj) /ˌpriːməˈtʃʊr/
happening too soon or before the proper time
Example: The flowers bloomed prematurely this spring.
gradual
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(adj) /ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl/
happening slowly over a period of time
Example: The temperature changes were gradual during the day.
chemical
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(adj) /ˈkɛmɪkəl/
related to chemistry or substances involved in a chemical process
Example: The scientist studied how the chemical changed the plant's growth.
construction
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(n) /kənˈstrʌkʃən/
the act or process of building something
Example: The construction of the new school begins next month.
affect
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(v) /əˈfɛkt/
to have an influence on someone or something
Example: The bad weather can affect our plans for the picnic.
prevent
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(v) /prɪˈvɛnt/
to stop something from happening
Example: Doctors work hard to prevent disease.
recover
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(v) /rɪˈkʌvɚ/
to get better after being sick or injured
Example: After the storm, the town worked hard to recover.
associate
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(v) /əˈsoʊsiˌeɪt/
to connect someone or something with something else in your mind
Example: I always associate summer with going to the beach.
settle
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(v) /ˈsɛtəl/
to stay in one place or to come to rest
Example: Insects settle on the leaves of the tree.
destroy
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(v) /dɪˈstrɔɪ/
to completely ruin or damage something
Example: The storm can destroy many trees in the forest.
flourish
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(v) /ˈflʌr.ɪʃ/
to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way
Example: The flowers flourish in the spring.
explanation
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(n) /ˌɛk.spləˈneɪ.ʃən/
a statement that makes something clear or easy to understand
Example: The teacher gave an explanation of the lesson.
propose
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(v) /prəˈpoʊz/
to suggest something as a plan or idea
Example: I want to propose a new project at work.
region
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(n) /ˈriːdʒən/
an area or space that is different from other areas
Example: The region has many beautiful mountains.
encourage
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(v) /ɪnˈkɜrɪdʒ/
to give someone support or confidence
Example: Teachers encourage students to do their best.
result
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(n) /rɪˈzʌlt/
the answer or outcome from a process or action
Example: The result of the test was very surprising.
consume
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(v) /kənˈsjuːm/
to use up a resource or to eat or drink something
Example: We need to consume less water during summer.
composition
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(n) /ˌkɒmpəˈzɪʃən/
the way different things are arranged or combined
Example: The composition of the soil is important for plant growth.
evidence
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(n) /ˈɛvɪdəns/
something that gives proof or shows that something is true
Example: The scientist found evidence of ancient trees in the area.
practise
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(v) /ˈpræk.tɪs/
to do something regularly or repeatedly to improve a skill
Example: I need to practise playing the piano every day.
control
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(v) /kənˈtroʊl/
to have power over something or someone
Example: She needs to control her emotions during the test.
associate
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(v) /əˈsoʊ.si.eɪt/
to connect something with something else in your mind
Example: Many people associate summer with long, sunny days.