Kosakata TOEFL 6: Environment

climate (n) — iklim

the general weather conditions of an area over time

Scientists are studying how climate change affects coastal cities.

conserve (v) — melestarikan, menghemat

to protect from harm or loss; to use carefully

The park was created to conserve the region's wildlife.

ecosystem (n) — ekosistem

a community of living organisms and their environment

Coral reefs support one of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth.

emission (n) — emisi

the release of gas or radiation into the air

The new regulations aim to reduce carbon emissions from factories.

pollution (n) — polusi

the contamination of the environment by harmful substances

Air pollution in the city has worsened over the past few years.

renewable (adj) — terbarukan

able to be replenished naturally; not depleted when used

Solar and wind are examples of renewable energy sources.

sustainable (adj) — berkelanjutan

able to be maintained without depleting resources

The company adopted more sustainable packaging methods.

deforestation (n) — deforestasi

the clearing of forests, often for agriculture

Deforestation has reduced habitat for many endangered species.

biodiversity (n) — keanekaragaman hayati

the variety of living species in an area

Rainforests contain an extraordinary level of biodiversity.

habitat (n) — habitat

the natural environment where an organism lives

Wetlands provide an important habitat for migratory birds.

greenhouse (adj) — rumah kaca (efek)

relating to gases that trap heat in the atmosphere

Carbon dioxide is one of the main greenhouse gases.

recycle (v) — mendaur ulang

to process used materials for reuse

The city encourages residents to recycle paper and plastic.