Roots: Unit 9

capable of being slowly destroyed and broken down into very small parts by natural processess, bacteria, etc.

a science that deals with things that are alive; the study of life

a tiny particle of light or electromagnetic radiation

the process by which a green plant turns water and carbon dioxide into food when the plant is exposed to light

philanthropist : gives ::

True or False: People can have different philosophies.

a wealthy person who gives money and time to help make life better for other people

the story of a real person's life written by someone other than that person

Choose an antonym for biodegradable.

The earthworms and bacteria in the compost pile are breaking down our trash.

You can read about Elenor Roosevelt's life in a __________

a person who loves or collects books

In _______ class we learned about how animals adapt to survive in the world.

True or False: Biology is the study of rocks and minerals.

bibliophile : reads ::

a US city founded by William Penn, a Quaker who believed in peace

Choose a synonym for bibliophile

True or False: A philanthropist is stingy and greedy.

I am such a _________ that I could live in a library.

True or False: Light is an important factor in photography.

Choose a synonym for philanthropist.

study of ideas about knowledge, truth, the nature & meaning of life; your personal beliefs or opinions related to life

the art, process, or job of taking pictures with a camera

William Penn's _______________ about war and weapons made him a peaceful and gentle leader.

paper : biodegradable ::