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To try to solve a problem
To tackle a problem
Any unwanted material that is harmful or dangerous to people, plants or animals
Toxic waste
Small pieces of rubbish, e.g. paper, cans and bottles, that people have left in a public place
Litter
Making something dirty or poisonous
Contaminate
Dangerous, especially to people’s health or safety
Hazardous
To throw away something you don’t want
Dispose (of)
A group of plants, animals, and other living things that work together in a specific area
Ecosystem
The variety of different plants and animals in one place
Biodiversity
Using resources in a way that does not harm the environment, so future generations can use them too
Sustainability
The act of protecting nature and natural resources to keep them safe
Conservation
Animals or plants that are in danger of dying out
Endangered species
A long period when there is little or no rain
Drought
A sudden strong shaking of the ground, caused by movements of the earth's crust or volcanoes
Earthquake
A large amount of water covering an area that is usually dry
Flood
A strong tropical storm
Typhoon
