Why is vinegar so effective at cleaning?

admin 2023年3月17日

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science & technology, science & technology - beginner

Pre-reading questions:

I will read each question. Then, please answer them.

講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。

Have you ever used vinegar as a cleaning agent?
Do you find vinegar effective in removing tough stains?

Vocabulary:

I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.

単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。

take up /teyk uhp/

[phrasal verb] – to fill an amount of space or time
My new hobby of painting has taken up most of my free time lately.

hide /hahyd/

[verb] – to put something or someone in a place where that thing or person cannot be seen or found, or to put yourself somewhere where you cannot be seen or found
My little brother likes to hide under the bed when he’s scared.

option /OP-shuhn/

[noun] – one thing that can be chosen from a set of possibilities, or the freedom to make a choice
We have the option to choose between pizza and pasta for dinner tonight.

suitable /SOO-tuh-buhl /

[adjective] – acceptable or right for someone or somethin
These shoes are not suitable for hiking because they don’t have a good grip on the soles.

product /PROD-uhkt/

[noun] – something that is made to be sold, usually something that is produced by an industrial process or, less commonly, something that is grown or obtained through farming
I went to the store to buy a new hair product for my sister’s birthday present.

Article reading:

Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。

Cleaning can be a daunting task, especially when it feels like it takes up all your time and effort. But what if we told you that the solution to your cleaning woes was hiding in plain sight in your kitchen? It may come as a surprise, but vinegar is a potent cleaning agent that has been recently discovered to have antibacterial properties that make it even more effective.

The acidity of the vinegar, which comes from its weak form of acetic acid, is what makes it an excellent cleaning agent. It can dissolve dirt, grease, and grime on surfaces, making cleaning tasks easier and quicker. Additionally, vinegar’s antibacterial properties make it a safer alternative to harsh chemical cleaners, and it is also cost-effective, making it a sustainable option. However, it is essential to note that vinegar is not suitable for all surfaces and should not be used on delicate fabrics or electronics.

In conclusion, vinegar is a versatile, affordable, and eco-friendly cleaning agent that can help make cleaning tasks more manageable. With its natural cleaning properties and antibacterial properties, vinegar is an excellent alternative to traditional cleaning products.

True or False:

Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.

文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。

Vinegar is an effective cleaning agent.
Vinegar can dissolve dirt, grease, and grime on surfaces.
Vinegar is suitable for cleaning delicate fabrics and electronics.
Vinegar is more expensive than traditional cleaning products.
Vinegar has recently been discovered to have antibacterial properties.

Fill in the blanks:

Choose the correct word from the table then fill in the blanks.

適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。

take up

hide

option

suitable

product

My favorite beauty ______ is a moisturizing lotion that keeps my skin soft and smooth.
The new sofa will ______ a lot of space in the living room.
If you don’t want to walk home, your other ______ is to take the bus.
The teacher suggested that we wear ______ clothing for the science experiment to avoid getting our clothes dirty.
I have to ______ my candy from my dog because he always tries to eat it.