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Mg4_Intro_P_2-3
Mega Goal 4 Unit 1 Lesson 1 listen&Discuss pages 2-3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| biogenetics (n.) | the branch of biology concerned with altering the genomes of living organisms. |
| clip (v.) | to fasten something with a clip. |
| combat (v.) | to fight, try to stop from getting worse or happening. |
| crucial (adj.) | extremely important or necessary; essential. |
| deficiency (n.) | state of not having, or not having enough, of something that is needed. |
| fossil (n.) | any preserved remains or imprint of a living organism, usually of a former geologic age, as a bone, shell, or leaf impression. |
| gill (n.) | the organ through which fish and other water creatures breathe. one of the openings on the side of a fish's head through which it breathes. |
| instrumental (adj.) | If someone or something is instrumental in a process, plan or system, they are one of the most important influences in causing it to happen. |
| intervene (v.) | to intentionally become involved in a difficult situation in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse. |
| predatory (adj.) | A predatory animal kills and eats other animals. |
| primate (n.) | a member of the most developed and intelligent group of mammals that includes monkeys and apes. |
| redundant (adj.) | not needed, unnecessary. |
| re-engineering (n.) | the process of changing and improving the design of a product or system. |
| food/crops reengineering: | changing the genetic structure of food, plants, agricultural produce. |
| slouch (v.) | to stand, sit or walk with the shoulders hanging forward and the head bent slightly over. |
| slouch detector (n.) | a slouch detector is a small gadget that monitors your neck and spinal position and buzzes when your position is not correct. |
| spine (n.) | the line of bones down the center of the back that provides support for the body. |
| substantial (adj.) | large in size, value or importance. |
| super foods (n.) | super foods are crops, e.g. food, vegetables, etc. that are enriched with certain substances such as vitamins and minerals. |
| tickle (v.) | to touch someone lightly with your fingers making them laugh. |
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