English
Comparative
Expressing a higher degree of a quality, but not the highest possible (e.g. braver ; more fiercely)
Ratio
A comparison of two quantities by division.
Asthma
A condition in which the tiny tubes leading to the alveoli become narrow and start to fill with mucus.
Digital media
Any form of media that uses electronic devices for distribution.
Superlative
Expressing the highest or a very high degree of a quality (e.g. bravest, most fiercely)
Function
A relationship or expression involving one or more variables.
Catalytic converter
A device fitted to the exhaust pipe of a vehicle to change harmful pollutant gases into less harmful gases.
Traditional media
Media that originated prior to the internet, including newspapers, radio, and broadcast television.
Noun phrase
A noun plus its added detail such as adjectives, e.g. 'the spotted puppy'
X-intercept
The x-coordinate of a point where a line, curve, or surface intersects the x-axis.
Climate change
Negative changes that are happening to the weather as a result of global warming.
Tabloid
A type of newspaper that has smaller pages, many pictures, and short reports.
Context
The background, environment, setting or timeframe in which a piece of literature is set or was written.
Y-intercept
The y-coordinate of a point where a line, curve, or surface intersects the y-axis.
Global warming
Increased warming of the Earth’s surface as a result of increased amounts of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the air.
Documentary
A film or television or radio programme that gives facts and information about a real-life subject.