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Exam: IELTS

zirconium

IPA: //zɜːrˈkoʊniəm//

KK: /zɜrˈkoʊniəm/

noun

Definition: A shiny, grayish-white metal that is strong and can be shaped easily. It is mainly used in making ceramics, alloys, and in nuclear reactors because it resists corrosion well.

Example: Zirconium is often used in the production of high-performance ceramics.

zonation

IPA: //zoʊˈneɪʃən//

KK: /zoʊˈneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The way in which different areas or regions are organized or arranged, especially in relation to the distribution of plants, animals, or other features in specific zones.

Example: The zonation of the forest shows how different species thrive in various environments.

zone

IPA: /zoʊn/

KK: /zoʊn/

adjective

Definition: Relating to areas that are divided into sections or zones, often used in contexts like sports or geography.

Example: The team used a zone defense to protect their goal during the match.

noun

Definition: A specific area or section that is set apart for a particular purpose or activity, such as a part of a city designated for homes or businesses.

Example: The city council decided to create a new residential zone to accommodate more families.

transitive verb

Definition: To divide an area into different sections or regions for specific purposes.

Example: The city plans to zone the new development for residential use.

zoning

IPA: /ˈzoʊnɪŋ/

KK: /ˈzoʊnɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of dividing land into different areas for specific uses, such as residential, commercial, or industrial, to control how property can be developed and used.

Example: The city council is discussing new zoning laws to improve urban planning.

verb

Definition: To divide an area into sections for different purposes, such as residential, commercial, or industrial use.

Example: The city is zoning the new development area to ensure it meets community needs.

zoogenic

IPA: //zoʊəˈdʒɛnɪk//

KK: /zoʊəˈdʒɛnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or produced by animals.

Example: The zoo has a zoogenic exhibit that showcases animal habitats.

zoogeny

IPA: //zoʊˈoʊdʒəni//

KK: /zō-ˈä-jə-nē/

noun

Definition: The study or theory of the development and formation of animals.

Example: Zoogeny explores how different species of animals evolve and develop over time.

zoogeographer

IPA: //zuːoʊˈdʒiːəɡrəfə//

KK: /zuːoʊdʒiˈɒɡrəfər/

noun

Definition: A person who studies the distribution of animals in different regions of the world.

Example: The zoogeographer presented her findings on animal habitats at the conference.

zoogeographic

IPA: /ˌzoʊ.əʊ.dʒiː.əˈɡræf.ɪk/

KK: /zoh-oh-gee-uh-graf-ik/

adjective

Definition: Related to the study of the geographical distribution of animals and their habitats.

Example: The zoogeographic patterns of species can reveal important information about biodiversity.

zoogeographical

IPA: /ˌzoʊ.əˈɡræf.ɪ.kəl/

KK: /zogəˈgræfɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the study of the distribution of animal species and their geographical locations.

Example: The zoogeographical patterns of the region reveal how different species have adapted to their environments.

zoogeography

IPA: //ˌzoʊ.əˈdʒiː.əˌɡræf.i//

KK: /zoʊəˈdʒiːəɡrəfi/

noun

Definition: The study of where animals live and how their locations are affected by different factors.

Example: Zoogeography helps scientists understand why certain animals are found in specific regions of the world.

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