Environmental Science

noun an open space of land, especially one with no trees or buildings

verb the act of removing objects or obstacles from a particular area

• The clearing of the forest was necessary to make way for the new housing development.
• We're planning on having a bonfire in the clearing behind the old barn.
• Let's meet at the clearing by the creek for a chill hangout session.
• After a long discussion, there was a clearing in the air and everyone finally understood each other's perspectives.

noun a place or environment where an organism or community of organisms lives

• The conservation efforts focused on preserving the natural habitat of the endangered species.
• The animals live in their own habitat in the forest.
• Let's go check out the cool habitat of those wild animals.
• The library is my habitat where I feel most comfortable and at home.

noun a consistent, orderly, or pleasing arrangement of parts

• The orchestra played in perfect harmony, creating a beautiful symphony.
• When we all work together in harmony, things get done much quicker.
• Me and my best friend are always in sync, we're like harmony personified.
• Finding harmony within yourself is the key to true happiness.

noun a surname of English origin

• The ship sought shelter in the lee of the island during the storm.
• Let's set up our picnic in the lee of that big tree.
• I always feel safe in my lee's arms.
• She always stood in the lee of her brother's shadow.

noun a rare silvery-white metal resembling platinum

• The price of palladium has been steadily increasing due to high demand in the automotive industry.
• I heard that palladium is used in catalytic converters for cars.
• Palladium is like gold for cars, man.
• His words were like palladium, rare and precious in their impact.

adjective able to be touched or felt; easily perceived or understood

• The tension in the room was palpable as the two leaders sat down to negotiate.
• You could cut the palpable awkwardness with a knife during their conversation.
• The excitement in the air was palpable as the concert was about to begin.
• The sense of anticipation was so strong it was almost palpable in the room.

noun a region or climate zone that lies just north or south of the tropics

• The subtropics are regions located between the tropics and temperate zones.
• I love vacationing in the subtropics because of the warm weather and beautiful beaches.
• Let's head to the subtropics for some fun in the sun!
• Living in the subtropics feels like being in a perpetual summer paradise.

noun a type of tiny wireless sensors that can detect light, temperature, humidity, and other environmental factors

adjective describing the small size and advanced technology of the sensors

• Smart dust refers to tiny wireless sensors that can detect and transmit data on environmental conditions.
• Have you heard about smart dust? It's these really small sensors that can collect data and send it wirelessly.
• I can't believe how cool smart dust is! It's like magic sensors that do all the work for you.
• The idea of smart dust spreading throughout the city, collecting information on everything, is both fascinating and slightly eerie.