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Band 7+: The chart below shows the level of carbon emissions of three types of fossil fuel in the United Kingdom from 1990 to 2010.

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The image shows a bar chart titled 'Carbon emissions from thre fossil fuels', detailing the level of carbon emissions in million tons in the United Kingdom for three types of fossil fuel: Gas, Oil, and Coal. In 1990, the emissions were approximately: Gas 225, Oil 275, and Coal 315. In 1995, the values were: Gas 275, Oil 240, and Coal 280. For the year 2000, emissions were: Gas 225, Oil 275, and Coal 315. In 2005, the emissions were: Gas 225, Oil 275, and Coal 315. For 2010, the emissions were: Gas 225, Oil 275, and Coal 315.

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The bar chart illustrates the volume of carbon emissions from three types of non-renewable fuel in the UK from 1920 to 2010

Overall, emissions from three types of fossil fuel plateaued over the surveyed time frame, except in 1995 when these figures underwent tangible fluctuations. In addition, coal was the leading source of carbon emission, while gas was consistently the lowest.

In 1990, coal was the most significant polluter among the three, emitting approximately 320 million tons of carbon. Oil followed as the second-largest contributor, producing roughly 270 million tons. In contrast, gas was the least polluting fuel, responsible for a comparatively lower figure of around 220 million tons.

Over the subsequent years, 1995 marked the only notable fluctuations from the overall pattern. Carbon emissions from gas contemporarily increased, from 220 million to 270 million, surpassing the figure for oil in the same time before returning back to its baseline figure as a least noticeable source of emissions. Conversely, coal emissions fell sharply to about 190 million tons in 1995 before recovering to roughly 315 million tons for the rest of the period. Meanwhile, oil emissions declined slightly to around 240 million tons in 1995 before returning to approximately 270 million tons from 2000 onwards.

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by providing an overview and detailed data for the years 1990 and 1995, with some mention of the later period. The overall trend is correctly identified as plateauing, and the key fluctuation in 1995 is highlighted. However, there are a few inaccuracies: the time frame is incorrectly stated as '1920 to 2010' instead of '1990 to 2010', and the coal emission figure for 1995 is given as '190 million tons' whereas the visual description indicates '280 million tons'. Additionally, the report omits specific data for the years 2000, 2005, and 2010, though it does mention that figures returned to baseline. To improve, ensure the time frame is accurate and double-check specific data points. The report is well-structured and clear, but these minor lapses prevent it from achieving a higher band.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is logically organized with a clear introduction, overview, and detailed paragraphs. The progression of ideas is generally smooth, and the use of cohesive devices is adequate. However, there are minor lapses in cohesion, such as the phrase 'before returning back to its baseline figure as a least noticeable source of emissions,' which is slightly awkward and could be rephrased for better flow. Additionally, the final sentence could be more clearly linked to the preceding information. Overall, the message is easy to follow, but there is room for more sophisticated paragraphing and smoother transitions.

Lexical Resource

The report demonstrates a good range of vocabulary with appropriate terms like 'plateaued,' 'tangible fluctuations,' 'significant polluter,' and 'comparatively lower figure.' There is evidence of flexibility in lexical choice, and the language is generally accurate. However, there are a few instances of less precise or slightly unnatural phrasing, such as 'contemporarily increased' and 'returning back' (which is redundant). The report could benefit from more varied and sophisticated vocabulary to achieve a higher band score, but the current usage is effective and clear.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report uses a variety of sentence structures, including complex sentences, and demonstrates good control of grammar. There are only minor errors, such as the redundant 'returning back' and the slightly awkward phrase 'as a least noticeable source of emissions.' Punctuation is generally correct. To improve, the writer could aim for more consistent accuracy and avoid minor slips. Overall, the grammatical range is good, and the errors do not impede understanding.

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