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Cambridge IELTS 18 Academic Listening Test 3 Part 4
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astronomy
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(n) /əˈstrɑː.nə.mi/
the study of space, stars, and planets
Example: She loves astronomy and often looks at the stars.
satellite
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(n) /ˈsætəlaɪt/
a device sent into space to orbit the Earth or another planet
Example: The satellite helps to provide weather forecasts.
orbit
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(n) /ˈɔr.bɪt/
the path something takes around a star, planet, or moon
Example: The moon's orbit around the Earth is steady.
navigation
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(n) /ˌnævɪˈɡeɪʃən/
the process of finding your way
Example: The navigation on the new phone is very accurate.
collision
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(n) /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/
an event where two or more things hit each other
Example: The car had a collision with a tree.
constellation
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(n) /ˌkɒn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən/
a group of stars that form a pattern in the sky
Example: The constellation is visible on clear nights.
debris
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(n) /dəˈbriː/
pieces of broken things or waste
Example: After the storm, there was a lot of debris in the yard.
identification
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(n) /aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
the process of recognizing or being able to name someone or something
Example: The identification of the birds was very important for the study.
trajectory
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(n) /trəˈdʒɛk.tə.ri/
the path that a moving object follows
Example: The rocket's trajectory was carefully calculated.
sensor
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(n) /ˈsɛn.sɚ/
a device that detects and measures a physical property
Example: The sensor checks the temperature in the room.
prediction
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(n) /prɪˈdɪkʃən/
a statement about what will happen in the future
Example: The scientist made a prediction about the weather.
accessible
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(adj) /ækˈsɛsəbl/
able to be reached or entered
Example: The library is accessible to everyone.
global
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(adj) /ˈɡloʊbəl/
relating to the whole world
Example: Climate change is a global issue.
congestion
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(n) /kənˈdʒɛs.tʃən/
the state of being overcrowded or blocked
Example: There was congestion on the highway during rush hour.
coordinate
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(v) /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪt/
to organize or work together with others to achieve something
Example: We need to coordinate our plans for the event.
essential
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(adj) /ɪˈsɛnʃəl/
very important and necessary
Example: Water is essential for all living things.
spacecraft
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(n) /ˈspeɪsˌkræft/
a vehicle designed for travel in space
Example: The spacecraft will explore distant planets.
operator
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(n) /ˈɒp.ə.reɪ.tər/
a person or company that manages or controls something
Example: The operator answered the phone quickly.
environment
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(n) /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/
the air, land, and water around us
Example: The environment is important for all living things.
measure
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(v) /ˈmɛʒər/
to find the size, amount, or degree of something
Example: We need to measure the length of the table.
technical
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(adj) /ˈtɛknɪkəl/
related to a specific field or skill
Example: The engineer explained the technical details of the project.
relatively
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(adv) /ˈrɛl.ə.tɪv.li/
in relation to something else; comparatively
Example: The new phone is relatively better than the old one.
launch
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(v) /lɔːntʃ/
to send something into the air or space
Example: They plan to launch a new satellite next month.
consist
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(v) /kənˈsɪst/
to be made up of something
Example: The team will consist of five members.
prevention
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(n) /prɪˈvɛnʃən/
the act of stopping something from happening
Example: Prevention is better than cure.
tracking
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(n) /ˈtrækɪŋ/
the process of following and observing something
Example: Tracking the bird's movement helps us understand its behavior.
competitor
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(n) /kəmˈpɛtɪtər/
a person or company that competes against others
Example: The two companies are competitors in the market.
commercial
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(adj) /kəˈmɜrʃəl/
related to buying and selling goods or services
Example: The company is looking for commercial opportunities in new markets.
military
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(adj) /ˈmɪlɪˌtɛri/
related to the armed forces or war
Example: He found a job in the military after finishing school.
unwilling
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(adj) /ʌnˈwɪlɪŋ/
not wanting to do something
Example: She was unwilling to participate in the game.
purpose
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(n) /ˈpɜːr.pəs/
the reason for doing something
Example: Her purpose is to help others.
location
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(n) /loʊˈkeɪʃən/
a particular place or position
Example: The location of the museum is easy to find.
constant
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(adj) /ˈkɒnstənt/
happening all the time or repeatedly
Example: The child's questions were constant during the trip.
solution
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(n) /səˈluːʃən/
an answer to a problem
Example: The teacher gave us the solution to the math problem.
suggestion
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(n) /səɡˈdʒɛs.tʃən/
an idea or plan that is offered for consideration
Example: Her suggestion was to meet earlier.
establish
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(v) /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/
to create or set up something on a firm or permanent basis
Example: We need to establish rules for the game.
standard
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(n) /ˈstændərd/
a level of quality or requirements
Example: We need to follow the standard for safety.
challenge
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(n) /ˈtʃæl.ɪndʒ/
a difficult task or situation that tests someone's ability
Example: Completing the project on time was a challenge.
database
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(n) /ˈdeɪtəˌbæs/
a collection of data that is organized so it can be easily accessed and managed
Example: The school keeps a database of all the students.
development
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(n) /dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
the process of growth or change
Example: The development of the new app took several months.
numerous
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(adj) /ˈnjuː.mə.rəs/
many; a large number of
Example: There are numerous stars in the night sky.
national
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(adj) /ˈnæʃənl/
relating to a particular country
Example: The national park is very beautiful.
international
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(adj) /ˌɪntəˈnæʃənl/
relating to or involving two or more countries
Example: The conference gathered international experts from many fields.
effective
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(adj) /ɪˈfɛk.tɪv/
successful in producing a desired or intended result
Example: The new plan is effective in reducing costs.
concept
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(n) /ˈkɑn.sɛpt/
an idea or principle that is usually abstract
Example: The concept of friendship can mean different things to different people.
manage
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(v) /ˈmæn.ɪdʒ/
to be in charge of or control something
Example: She will manage the project at work.
enable
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(v) /ɪˈneɪbəl/
to make it possible for someone to do something
Example: The new software will enable users to complete their tasks faster.
prevent
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(v) /prɪˈvɛnt/
to stop something from happening
Example: We should prevent accidents by following the rules.
consider
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(v) /kənˈsɪdər/
to think about something carefully
Example: You should consider all your options before deciding.
ensure
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(v) /ɪnˈʃʊr/
to make sure something happens or is done
Example: We need to ensure everyone understands the new rules.