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HotSat-1: First satellite to reveal world’s excessive heat

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©techtimes Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever heard about satellites before? What do you know about them and their functions? Are you familiar with the concept of energy efficiency? Can you provide examples of how energy can be used more efficiently in everyday life? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. launch /lawnch/ [verb] – to begin something such as a plan or introduce something new such as a product They planned to launch the rocket into space to orbit around the Earth. efficiency /ih-FISH-uhn-see/ [noun] – the quality of achieving the largest amount of…
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HotSat-1: First satellite to reveal world’s excessive heat

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©techtimes 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 heard about satellites or spacecraft that are used for various purposes? Are you familiar with the concept of energy efficiency and ways to conserve energy? 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。 develop /dih-VEL-uhp/ [verb] – to invent something or bring something into existence Scientists develop new vaccines to protect people from diseases. provide /pruh-VAHYD/ [pruh-VAHYD] – to give someone something that they need Teachers provide students with knowledge and guidance to help them learn and grow. smart /smahrt / [adjective] – intelligent She made a…
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HotSat-1: First satellite to reveal world’s excessive heat

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©techtimes Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. possess /puh-ZES/ [verb] – to have or own something, or to have a particular quality David possesses a strong work ethic, always completing his tasks with dedication. consumption /kuhn-SUHMP-shuhn/ [noun] – the amount used or eaten Excessive consumption of fatty foods has negative effects on one’s health. inefficient /in-i-FISH-uhnt / [adjective] – wasting time, money, energy, or other valuable possessions or qualities Using an inefficient workflow can result in wasted time and effort. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem James took the initiative to organize…
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The mystery behind taurine in energy drinks

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. blend /blend/ [noun] – a mixture of different things or styles In the kitchen, the chef carefully prepared a delicious smoothie by combining various fruits into a perfect blend. enhance /en-HANS/ [verb] – to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something Lisa used a variety of colorful illustrations to enhance her presentation, making it more engaging and captivating for the audience. inclusion /in-KLOO-zhuhn/ [noun] – the act of including someone or something as part of a group, list, etc., or a person or thing that is included The school organized an event to promote inclusion…
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The mystery behind taurine in energy drinks

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are energy drinks, and what are their main purposes or intended effects? How do energy drinks affect physical performance and cognitive function, and are these effects sustained or temporary? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. process /PROS-es/ [noun] – a series of actions that you take in order to achieve a result I watched the baking show on TV, and I learned the step-by-step process of making a delicious chocolate cake. balanced /BAL-uhnst / [adjective] – containing an equal amount or number of similar things or people Sarah enjoyed playing…
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The mystery behind taurine in energy drinks

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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 consumed an energy drink? Do you find energy drinks to be effective in providing a boost of energy? 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。 ingredient /uhng-GREE-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – a food that is used with other foods in the preparation of a particular dish Flour is an important ingredient in baking cakes and bread. damage /DA-muhj/ [noun] – harm or injury The storm caused a lot of damage to the houses in the neighborhood. performance /per-FAWR-muhns/ [noun] – the act or process of performing a task, function,…
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Troubling future for fish as ocean oxygen levels decline

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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。 Are fish species that require high oxygen levels negatively impacted as ocean oxygen levels decline? Does the decline in ocean oxygen levels lead to a decrease in the overall fish population? 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。 serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – severe in effect; bad The teacher had a serious expression on her face as she explained the importance of completing our homework on time. drop /drop/ [verb] – to decrease or decline The temperature is going to drop significantly tomorrow, so remember to wear a warm coat when…
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