IELTS Environmental Collocation Practice Sessions
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Focus on key environmental collocations and advanced terms used in discussions about ecology and climate.
Band 7+ Word Groups
| Word | Definition | Example Sentence | Collocation |
|---|---|---|---|
| mitigate (v) | reduce the severity of something | Governments must mitigate climate change impacts. | mitigate climate change |
| degrade (v) | deteriorate or worsen | Excessive logging can degrade forest ecosystems. | soil degradation |
| preserve (v) | maintain something in its original state | Wildlife reserves help preserve biodiversity. | preserve biodiversity |
| sustainability (n) | ability to be maintained long-term | Companies now focus on sustainability goals. | environmental sustainability |
| renewable (adj) | naturally replenished over time | Solar power is a renewable energy source. | renewable energy |
| biodiversity (n) | variety of species in an ecosystem | Deforestation threatens biodiversity worldwide. | protect biodiversity |
| emission (n) | release of substances into the environment | Factories must limit carbon emissions. | reduce emissions |
| impede (v) | hinder or obstruct progress | Pollution can impede natural regeneration. | impede growth |
Common Mistakes
- Confusing "mitigate" with "alleviate" in formal writing
- Using "reduce" instead of "mitigate" for more precise meaning
- Misplacing "preserve" and "conserve" interchangeably without context
Practice Question
Complete the sentence with the most suitable term: Strict emission standards are designed to ______ air pollution in urban areas. A) degrade B) mitigate C) preserve D) impede
Show Answer
Answer: B) mitigate
Explanation: "Mitigate" specifically means to make less severe, which fits reducing pollution.
Key Takeaways
- Use precise environmental collocations to enhance your writing
- Beware of common word confusions like "mitigate" vs "alleviate"
- Practice environmental vocabulary with Lingo Copilot
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