اللغة الإنجليزية — Vocabulary: Environment and Climate Change — 2ثانوي — شعبة آداب — Algerian Curriculum

Vocabulary: Environment and Climate Change

The environment is a common topic in BAC exams. Knowing the right vocabulary helps in reading comprehension, writing, and oral expression.

Key Vocabulary

• Environmental problems: climate change, global warming, pollution (air, water, soil), deforestation, desertification, loss of biodiversity, endangered species, greenhouse effect, ozone layer depletion.
• Solutions: renewable energy (solar, wind, hydro), recycling, reforestation, conservation, sustainable development, green technology, reducing carbon footprint.
• Key verbs: protect, preserve, reduce, recycle, reuse, conserve, pollute, damage, destroy, threaten.

Useful Expressions

• “The environment is in danger because of…”
• “We should take immediate action to protect our planet.”
• “Renewable energy is the solution to…”
• “Climate change is a global challenge that requires…”
• “Individual actions can make a difference.”

Examples

Example 1: Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing humanity today. Rising temperatures are causing ice caps to melt.

Example 2: Algeria is investing in solar energy to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels.

Example 3: Recycling helps reduce waste and protect natural resources for future generations.

Example 4: Deforestation threatens biodiversity and contributes to climate change.

Exercises

1. Match the words with definitions: a) deforestation (destruction of forests), b) renewable energy (energy from natural sources).
2. Complete: a) The burning of fossil fuels increases the ___ effect. b) ___ species are at risk of extinction.
3. Write a paragraph (60-80 words) about how to protect the environment in Algeria.

Summary

Knowing environment vocabulary is crucial for BAC success. Practice using these words in sentences related to Algerias environmental challenges and solutions.