Global issues Flashcards
the planet third in order of distance from the sun, between Venus and Mars; the world on which we live
Earth
the general weather conditions usually found in a particular place
climate
changes in the world’s weather, in particular the fact that it is believed to be getting warmer as a result of human activity increasing the level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere
climate change
the result of a particular influence
effect
a clear liquid, without colour or taste, that falls from the sky as rain and is necessary for animal and plant life
water
a useful or valuable possession or quality of a country, organization, or person
resourse
an area of land that has its own government, army, etc.
country
used to mention something that must be considered in addition to what you have just said
at the same time
to ask for something forcefully, in a way that shows that you do not expect to be refused
demand
all the people living in a particular country, area, or place
population
an increase in the size or the importance of something
growth
the process in which an economy grows or changes and becomes more advanced, especially when both economic and social conditions are improved
economic development
the following or next days/week(s)/year(s)
the days/week(s)/year(s) to come
probably
likely
to provide something that is wanted or needed, often in large quantities and over a long period of time
supply
