WorksheetsPlastics Vocabulary
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 2hrs 15mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
validate
a)
to show that something is real or correct, usually by providing specific examples or facts that support the claim
b)
He did an experiment to validate his theory.
2.
sustainable
a)
able to last or continue for a long time, usually used to talk about methods that do not completely use up or destroy natural resources
b)
Rotating crops is a sustainable method of farming because it keeps the nutrients in the soil from being totally used up.
c)
related word: susabinability (noun)
3.
local
a)
relating to or occurring in a particular area, city, or town
b)
I like to read the local newspaper because it has more stories about our town.
4.
consumer
a)
a person who buys goods and services
b)
Many consumers are still not comfortable making purchases on the Internet.
c)
related word: consume (verb)
5.
impact
a)
a powerful or major influence or effect
b)
We need to be concerned about the environmental impacts of all this construction.
6.
inundate
a)
to cause (someone or something) to receive or take in a large amount of things at the same time
b)
The salesman inundated [=overwhelmed] them with information.
7.
vendor
a)
a business that sells a particular type of product
b)
The hot dog vendor always has a sale on Tuesdays.
8.
municipal
a)
related to the city government
b)
The municipal government sends us advice on how to minimize the effects of the coronavirus.
9.
compost
a)
a decayed mixture of plants (such as leaves and grass) that is used to improve the soil in a garden; can also be used a verb
b)
Noun use: The compost pile is starting to stink. Verb use: We compost the food scraps from dinner.
c)
related words: compost (verb); compostable (adjective)
10.
biodegradable
a)
able to be slowly destroyed and broken down into very small parts by natural processes, bacteria, etc.
b)
This plastic isn't biodegradable.
11.
panacea
a)
something that will make everything about a situation better
b)
The law will improve the lives of local farmers, but it is no panacea.
12.
opt-in
a)
choose to do or receive something
b)
The opt-in option for plasticwear would give people utensils if they ask.
13.
opt-out
a)
choose NOT to do or receive something
b)
The opt-out option for plasticwear means people automatically get utensils. Only if they "opt-out" will they not get utensils.
14.
particularly
a)
used to indicate someone or something that deserves special mention
b)
He's good at all his subjects but he's particularly good at math.
15.
hormones
a)
a natural substance that is produced in the body and that influences the way the body grows or develops
b)
Scientists are worried that plastics are affected natural hormone levels, which might have effects on our bodies.
16.
globalized (verb)
a)
to make (something) cover, involve, or affect the entire world
b)
As the world becomes more globalized, it is easier to access cuisines from different cultures (Food and Culture reading)
c)
related word: globalization (noun)
17.
regulate
a)
to make rules or laws that control (something)
b)
The government regulates how much lead may be found in our water supply.
18.
plastic
a)
a light, strong substance that can be made into different shapes and that is used for making many common products
b)
Many products are made of plastic because it is ligher than glass or metal.
19.
origins
a)
the source or cause of something
b)
The origins of these traditions are not known.
20.
resilient
a)
able to become strong, healthy, or successful again after something bad happens
b)
We hope the Earth is resilient, because we have not been good to it lately.
21.
toxic
a)
containing poisonous substances
b)
The fumes from that chemical are highly toxic.
22.
discard
a)
to throw (something) away because it is useless or unwanted
b)
I discarded the bottle when I was finished.
23.
lechate
a)
water that has run through a solid and pulled out some of the chemicals in the solid.
b)
If trash has harmful chemicals in it, the leachate that forms can be harmful to animals and plants.
24.
Great Pacific Garbage Patch
a)
a place in the Pacific Ocean where winds have trapped plastic trash
b)
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is harmful to seabirds because they can get stuck in the pile and die.
25.
eternally
a)
adverb; lasting forever
b)
I will be eternally grateful for your help.
c)
Related words: eternal (adjective)
26.
inventory
a)
a complete list of the things that are in a place
b)
We made an inventory of the library's collection, so we know all the books we have.
27.
complacent
a)
satisfied with how things are and not wanting to change them
b)
Because we were making money, we were complacent about problems the other workers were having.
28.
accumulate
a)
to gather or acquire (something) gradually as time passes
b)
The police have been accumulating evidence of his guilt for weeks.
29.
"have the means" (phrase)
a)
have the materials needed to get/do something
b)
I have the means to shut the school down; I know the President!
30.
analyze
a)
Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure. To identify parts and relationships, and to interpret information to reach conclusions.
b)
Researchers are busy analyzing the results of the study.
31.
identify
a)
Provide an answer from a number of possibilities. Recognize and state briefly a distinguishing fact or feature.
b)
She identified the dog as her lost pet.
32.
evaluate
a)
Assess the implications and limitations; make judgments about the ideas, works, solutions or methods in relation to selected criteria.
b)
We need to evaluate our options before making our final decision.
33.
interpret
a)
Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw conclusions from given information.
b)
I interpreted his behavior to mean that he disliked me.
34.
synthesize
a)
Combine different ideas in order to create new understanding.
b)
He synthesized old and new ideas to form his theory.
35.
heading
a)
a word, phrase, etc., that is placed at the beginning of a document, passage, etc., or at the top of a page
b)
We organized all the recipes under different subject headings.
36.
sub-heading
a)
a title given to one of the parts or divisions of a piece of writing
b)
You can find the chart in the “Financial Matters” chapter under the subheading “Mortgages and Loans.”
37.
formal
a)
suitable for serious or official speech and writing
b)
He wrote a formal letter to the President.
38.
informal
a)
suited for ordinary use when you are relaxing; not suited for serious or official speech and writing
b)
He has an informal manner that puts people at ease.
39.
summarize
a)
to tell (information) again using fewer words
b)
I would like to take a moment to summarize the facts that I presented earlier.
c)
related word: summary (noun)
40.
purpose
a)
the reason why something is done or used : the aim or intention of something
b)
The purpose of the new resort is to attract more tourists.
41.
audience
a)
the people who watch, read, or listen to something
b)
Her audience is made up mostly of young women.
42.
evidence
a)
something which shows that something else exists or is true
b)
The police could find no evidence linking him to the crime.
43.
poise
a)
a calm, confident manner
b)
She kept her poise even when others disagreed with her.
44.
pacing
a)
the speed at which something happens
b)
The movie's pacing was too slow, so it was hard to stay focused.
45.
monotone
a)
a way of talking or singing without raising or lowering the sound of your voice
b)
She read the story in a dull monotone.
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