Climate Justice, Global Activism, and Meteorology Vocabulary

Flashcards testing key vocabulary from Lesson 1 (Climate Justice and Global Activism) and Lesson 2 (An Interview with a Meteorologist).

In the context of climate science, what does the term 'drought' refer to?

A extended period of dry weather or severe lack of rain.

What term refers to substances or gases released into the atmosphere?

Emissions

How is 'equity' defined in the context of climate justice?

Fairness and justice in treatment and the distribution of resources and burdens.

What term describes severe, unseasonable, or dangerous weather conditions?

Extreme weather

What is a 'heat wave'?

A period of unusually intense hot weather.

What term is used in the text to describe groups that are disadvantaged or pushed to the edges of society?

Marginalized communities

What is the professional title of an expert or scientist who studies weather conditions and makes forecasts?

Meteorologist

What noun refers to the practice of taking action or campaigning to bring about political or social change?

Activism

According to the vocabulary notes, what adjective is highlighted as the direct opposite of 'optimistic'?

Pessimistic

What adjective is used to describe extremely hot or burning weather?

Scorching

What vocabulary term refers to real, concrete, or perceptible proof (e.g., concrete evidence)?

Tangible

What does the word 'sustainable' mean in environmental context?

Environmentally friendly and able to be maintained over time.

What noun defines the process of carrying out or putting a decision, policy, or plan into effect?

Implementation

What adjective characterizes a nation or region that has developed extensive manufacturing and industry?

Industrialized

What noun refers to a time of intense difficulty, trouble, or danger, whose plural form is 'crises'?

Crisis