Recent developments have brought attention to summer wildfires caused catastrophic hidden damage, scientists warn.
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Bangor University researchers say the scale of damage is far greater than what is immediately visible
analysis
əˈnæləsɪsnounMeaning: detailed examination of something
Easy meaning: A careful study of something to understand it.
In this article: analysis
Example: The analysis revealed important trends.
development
Meaning: a new event or change
In this article: development
Example: The development surprised many.
significant
sɪɡˈnɪfɪkəntadjectiveMeaning: important or notable
Easy meaning: Big or important enough to matter.
In this article: significant
Example: The finding was significant.
circumstance
Meaning: a fact or condition
In this article: circumstances
Example: The circumstances were unusual.
catastrophic
/kætəˈstɹɒfɪk/adjectiveMeaning: Of or pertaining to a catastrophe.
Easy meaning: Of or pertaining to a catastrophe.
scientists
nounMeaning: One whose activities make use of the scientific method to answer questions regarding the measurable universe. A scientist may be involved in original research, or make use of the results of the research of others.
Easy meaning: One whose activities make use of the scientific method to answer questions regarding the measurable universe. A scientist may be involved in original research
caused
/kɔzd/verbMeaning: To set off an event or action.
Easy meaning: To set off an event or action.
Example: The lightning caused thunder.
hidden
/ˈhɪd(ə)n/adjectiveMeaning: Located or positioned out of sight; not visually apparent.
Easy meaning: Located or positioned out of sight
Example: hidden treasure; hidden talents
developments
nounMeaning: The process of developing; growth, directed change.
Easy meaning: The process of developing
Example: The development of this story has been slow.
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