Exercise 9 - Part 1
For questions 1-8, think of the best word to complete each sentence.
As construction searches for green concrete alternatives, an ancient material returns. Bamboo has unique structural properties; its tensile strength rivals steel. It absorbs massive carbon, making it eco-friendly. Unlike timber, bamboo is harvested quickly without killing the plant. This renewal rate ensures supply without causing deforestation. Architects use treatment techniques to extend its lifespan, solving riddles that have (1) builders. However, building codes rarely (2) space for organic materials. Engineers conduct testing to establish safety metrics. This shift turns buildings into carbon sinks. Ultimately, bamboo shows how nature can (3) urban crises. We must embrace natural solutions to ensure green spaces (4) globally. Developers cannot ignore options that (5) ecological balance. This revolution will fundamentally (6) urban landscapes. Conservative institutions must (7) these practices. Environmental necessity will force mentalities to change, ensuring sustainable designs (8) globally.