Lesson 2

the branch of science that studies fossils

Paleontology has revealed fascinating details about the prehistoric creatures that roamed the Earth millions of years ago.

the scientific study of all woody plants including trees, shrubs, lianas, etc.

a branch of zoology concerning the scientific study of birds

Ornithology, the study of birds, helps scientists understand avian behavior, migration patterns, and the ecological roles of birds in various habitats.

a branch of biology concerning the scientific study of the form and structure of an organism including plants and animals

a field of science that studies the structure of the earth and its history

Geology explains why mountain ranges exist and how they formed over millions of years.

the scientific study of the skin, its structure, diseases, and functions

the study of the origins and historical developments of words and their meanings

Linguists trace the etymology of "vocabulary" back to Latin "vocabulum," meaning word.

a branch of zoology concerning the scientific study of insects

Entomology, the study of insects, provides valuable insights into the roles these creatures play in ecosystems and their impact on human activities.

the arrangement and physical features of a surface, including its natural and man-made elements

The topography of the valley made road construction difficult.

the story of someone's life that is written by another person

The biography of Nelson Mandela highlights his journey and achievements.

the state of economical growth and wealth

the ability to think clearly and grasp ideas fast

Her mental acuity made her the fastest problem-solver in the group.

readiness or willingness that is quick and enthusiastic

She accepted the invitation with great alacrity, eager to attend the event.

the strong desire for attaining a lot of money or material goods

His cupidity drove him to make unethical business deals.

the feeling of hate and hostility toward someone

The long-standing enmity between the two families made every encounter tense and unpleasant.

the fact of accidentally experiencing or discovering something that is pleasant or valuable

Finding that quaint little bookstore on our vacation was pure serendipity.

the ability to go back to the original form after being stretched

The elasticity of the rubber band allowed it to snap back into place.

the capability of being easily changed or molded into many different things

Plasticity refers to the ability of a material to undergo permanent deformation without rupturing when subjected to stress.

a lacking amount or number of something

The paucity of evidence made it difficult to prove the case in court.

the quality of having a keen perception and making good judgments