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Environment⁠

Band level: All 6+ 7+ 8+

conservation

/ˌkɒnsəˈveɪʃn/
noun Band 6+

The protection of plants, animals and natural areas.

সংরক্ষণ

Conservation projects in the Sundarbans protect the Bengal tiger.

Synonyms: protection, preservation

deforestation

/diːˌfɒrɪˈsteɪʃn/
noun Band 6+

The cutting down of trees in a large area.

বন উজাড়

Deforestation has destroyed the habitats of many species.

Synonyms: clearing of forests

emissions

/iˈmɪʃnz/
noun Band 6+

Gases or other substances sent out into the air.

নির্গমন

Carbon emissions from vehicles are a major cause of air pollution.

Synonyms: discharge, release

renewable

/rɪˈnjuːəbl/
adjective Band 6+

Describing energy that comes from sources that are naturally replaced, such as sun and wind.

নবায়নযোগ্য

Solar panels are a renewable source of electricity.

Synonyms: clean, sustainable

sustainable

/səˈsteɪnəbl/
adjective Band 6+

Able to continue over time without damaging the environment.

টেকসই

Cities must invest in sustainable transport such as metro rail.

Synonyms: eco-friendly, green

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