Vocabulary: Environment and Climate Change
The environment is a common topic in the BAC exam. This lesson covers essential vocabulary related to environmental issues and climate change.
Key Vocabulary
Environmental problems: pollution, deforestation, global warming, climate change, greenhouse effect, acid rain, ozone layer depletion, loss of biodiversity, desertification, natural disasters.
Actions and solutions: recycling, renewable energy, conservation, sustainable development, reducing emissions, planting trees, protecting endangered species.
Energy sources: solar power, wind energy, hydroelectric power, geothermal energy, fossil fuels (coal, oil, gas), nuclear energy.
Climate Change
Climate change refers to long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns. It is primarily caused by human activities, especially the burning of fossil fuels which releases greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide) into the atmosphere.
Effects of climate change: rising sea levels, extreme weather events (hurricanes, floods, droughts), melting glaciers, loss of habitats, food and water scarcity.
Solutions to climate change: The Paris Agreement (2015) aims to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Countries are working to reduce their carbon footprint, transition to renewable energy, and promote sustainable practices.
The Role of Young People
Young people around the world are taking action to protect the environment. Greta Thunberg started the “Fridays for Future” movement. In Algeria, youth are involved in beach cleanups, tree planting campaigns, and environmental awareness programs.
Practice Exercises
Exercise 1: Match the words with their definitions.
1. Deforestation (a) the increase in Earth’s temperature
2. Global warming (b) the cutting down of forests
3. Recycling (c) converting waste into reusable material
Exercise 2: Write a paragraph about what you can do to protect the environment.
Related: Argumentative Essay Writing and Essential Vocabulary.
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