Saving Gaia - Vocabulary Quizs

emit (v)

• to produce and discharge something, especially gas or radiation

• to absorb and retain heat

• to create a vacuum

• to reflect light or sound

global warming (n)

• the gradual increase in the overall temperature of the earth's atmosphere due to the greenhouse effect

• a sudden drop in temperature caused by volcanic eruptions

• the process of cooling the earth's surface through deforestation

• the fluctuation of temperatures in different seasons

preserve (v)

• to maintain something in its original or existing state

• to destroy or ruin something

• to change something completely

• to enhance or improve something

carbon footprint (n)

• the total amount of greenhouse gases produced by an individual or organization

• the amount of carbon dioxide emissions for which an individual or organization is responsible

• the measure of an individual's or organization's energy consumption

• the total waste produced by an individual or organization

disastrous (adj)

• causing great damage or harm

• resulting in minor inconveniences

• leading to unexpected benefits

• promoting safety and security

absorb (v)

• to take in or soak up energy, liquid, or another substance

• to release energy into the environment

• to break down substances into smaller parts

• to create energy from light

implement (v)

• to put a decision, plan, or agreement into effect; to carry out something

• to create a new plan or strategy

• to analyze and evaluate a situation

• to ignore or dismiss a decision

deforestation (n)

• the clearing of trees, transforming a forest into cleared land

• the process of planting new trees in a forest

• the act of preserving natural habitats

• the conversion of land for agricultural use

levy (v)

• to impose a tax, fee, or fine

• to collect a donation

• to provide a service

• to negotiate a contract

witness (v)

• to see an event, typically a crime or accident, take place

• to provide a false statement about an event

• to ignore an event happening around you

• to report an event to the authorities