Y5 - Energy & Sustainability Vocabulary

Question 1

Controversial

Answer 1

divided opinions / different views on something.

Question 2

Compost

Answer 2

vegetable waste that is broken down by bacteria (germs), and made into compost ) plant fertilizer to improve soil.

Question 3

Economy

Answer 3

describes how a country or place is doing in making goods, and how much money it has.

Question 4

Energy security

Answer 4

when a county is able to provide enough reliable and affordable energy to everyone at all times.

Question 5

Non-renewable energy

Answer 5

energy sources that will run out, such as fossil fuels.

Question 6

Pivotal

Answer 6

of crucial importance.

Question 7

Slum

Answer 7

part of a city where many poor people live who many not have basic needs.

Question 8

Sustainable

Answer 8

when something is good for people, the environment and the economy.

Question 9

Renewable energy

Answer 9

energy sources that will not run out, such as solar and wind energy.

Question 10

Technology

Answer 10

tools and techniques that help solve problems.

Question 11

Unsustainable

Answer 11

when something is not good for people, the environment and the economy.