ratio – n. the relationship that exists between the size, number, or amount of two things
exacerbate – v. to make a situation or problem worse
aggregate – n. a total amount
flashpoint – n. a point, place or situation in which sudden anger or violence could happen
desalinate – v. to remove salt from something, such as water
hot spot – n. a very popular or active place
ventilate – v. to allow fresh air to enter and move through
hyperthermia – n. the condition of having a body temperature greatly above normal