Going
Green:
Naming
7
Things
in
Nature Green
is
the
color
of
nature
and
life.
It
represents
renewal,
growth,
and
sustainability.
Here
are
some
green
things
in
nature
and
the
stories
behind
their
names. 1.
Emerald:
This
gemstone
is
valued
for
its
deep
green
color
and
rarity.
The
name
comes
from
the
Latin
word
"smaragdus"
which
means
green
gem.
Emeralds
have
been
treasured
for
thousands
of
years
by
civilizations
such
as
the
Egyptians,
Greeks,
and
Incas. 2.
Grass:
This
ubiquitous
plant
is
a
crucial
part
of
the
ecosystem.
It
provides
food
and
habitat
for
animals
and
helps
to
prevent
soil
erosion.
The
word
"grass"
comes
from
the
Old
English
word
"græs"
which
means
vegetation. 3.
Forest:
A
forest
is
a
large
area
covered
with
trees.
It
provides
a
range
of
benefits,
including
oxygen
production,
carbon
sequestration,
and
biodiversity.
The
word
"forest"
comes
from
the
Old
French
word
"foret"
which
means
an
unenclosed
space. 4.
Kiwi:
This
small,
brown
fruit
is
actually
green
on
the
inside.
It
is
named
after
the
flightless
bird
native
to
New
Zealand.
The
kiwi
bird
has
brownish-green
feathers
and
is
known
for
its
distinctive
beak. 5.
Jade:
This
ornamental
stone
is
prized
for
its
translucence
and
green
color.
It
is
known
as
the
stone
of
heaven
in
Chinese
culture
and
has
been
used
for
jewelry
and
carvings
for
centuries.
The
name
"jade"
comes
from
the
Spanish
word
"piedra
de
ijada"
which
means
stone
of
the
side
because
of
its
believed
ability
to
cure
kidney
problems. 6.
Leaf:
A
leaf
is
a
flat,
thin
structure
that
grows
on
a
stem
and
is
typically
green.
Leaves
are
responsible
for
photosynthesis,
the
process
by
which
plants
produce
energy
from
sunlight.
The
word
"leaf"
comes
from
the
Old
English
word
"lēaf"
which
means
foliage
or
foliage
of
plants. 7.
Turtle:
Turtles
are
reptiles
that
have
a
shell
for
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They
are
known
for
their
slow
movements
and
longevity.
The
word
"turtle"
comes
from
the
Latin
word
"tortus"
which
means
twisted
or
curved.
This
refers
to
the
shape
of
their
shells. As
we
continue
to
appreciate
the
natural
world,
let
us
remember
to
protect
and
preserve
it
for
future
generations.