Tag Archive: science & technology
Scientists reveal detailed map of fruit fly brain
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. neurobiological /NYUOR-row-bahy-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the scientific study of the nervous system, its structure, how it works, and its biochemistry The neurobiological effects of stress on the human body are still being studied by scientists. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – (the ability to have) a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or situation The teacher provided valuable insights that helped the students grasp the complex topic. principle /PRIN-suh-puhl/ [noun] – a basic idea or rule that explains or controls how something happens or works The principle of supply and demand is fundamental…
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James Webb Space Telescope discovers carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on Charon
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。 Do you know the main chemical substances found on the moon’s surface? Are scientists interested in studying the chemical composition of the moon? 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。 key /kee/ [adjective] – important or significant A key player was missing from the soccer team. result /ri-ZUHLT/ [verb] – to happen or exist because something else has happened Not getting enough sleep can result in feeling tired all day. knowledge /NOL-ij/ [noun] – understanding of or information about a subject that you get by experience or study She has…
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James Webb Space Telescope discovers carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on Charon
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. remarkable /ri-MAHR-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – very unusual or noticeable in a way that you admire Her remarkable talent for painting amazed everyone at the art show. advancement /ad-VANS-muhnt/ [noun] – the development or improvement of something The advancement of technology has made communication faster and more efficient. interact /in-ter-AKT/ [verb] – to communicate or work together with someone or something Students interact with their classmates during group discussions in the classroom. undetectable /uhn-duh-TEK-tuh-bl/ [adjective] – impossible to find or notice The changes in the recipe were so small that they were undetectable. evolve /ih-VOLV/ [verb] – to…
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James Webb Space Telescope discovers carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on Charon
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What are the main chemical substances found on the moon’s surface? Why are scientists interested in studying the chemical composition of the moon? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. telescope /TEL-uh-skohp/ [noun] – a device used to see things that are far away The teacher used a telescope to show the stars to the class. surface /SUR-fis/ [noun] – the outside or top layer of something The water’s surface was calm and shiny like a mirror. understanding /uhn-der-STAN-ding/ [noun] – the ability to know something; comprehension My teacher helped me gain…
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James Webb Space Telescope discovers carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on Charon
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Ex-Shell VP Cindy Taff leads geothermal energy expansion
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Ex-Shell VP Cindy Taff leads geothermal energy expansion
©AP Photo/Eric Gay 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。 Does clean energy refer to energy sources that do not pollute the environment? Are people generally interested in using clean energy for environmental reasons? 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。 path /path/ [noun] – symbolizes what someone takes in his or her career After years in traditional energy, she wanted to explore a new path in renewable energy. encourage /en-KUR-ij/ [verb] – to give support, confidence, or hope to someone Teachers encourage students to ask questions in class. join /join/ [verb] – to get involved in…
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Ex-Shell VP Cindy Taff leads geothermal energy expansion
©AP Photo/Eric Gay Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What does clean energy mean? Why are people interested in using clean energy? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. career /kuh-REER/ [noun] – the job or series of jobs that a person does during their working life She wants to have a successful career as a teacher in the future. energy /EN-er-jee/ [noun] – the power from something such as electricity or oil that can do work, such as providing light and heat The factory relies on energy from oil and electricity to keep the machines running and…
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Ex-Shell VP Cindy Taff leads geothermal energy expansion
©AP Photo/Eric Gay Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [verb] – to change from one form, state, or situation to another She plans to transition to a new job next year. unconventional /uhn-kuhn-VEN-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – different from what is usual or from the way most people do things His unconventional way of solving the problem impressed the entire class. geothermal /jee-oh-THUR-muhl/ [adjective] – related to or using the natural heat produced inside the Earth The country is investing in geothermal energy to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. optimism /OP-tuh-miz-uhm/ [noun] – the belief that good things will happen in…
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