Tag Archive: science & technology
ESA’s Hera spacecraft embarks on critical mission to assess asteroid deflection for planetary defense
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 what asteroids are? Is studying asteroids important? 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。 data /DEY-tuh/ [noun] – information, especially facts or numbers, collected to be examined and used to help decision-making or for a specific purpose The company used sales data to improve its products. study /STUHD-ee/ [verb] – to learn about a subject She likes to study history because she finds it interesting. asteroid /AS-tuh-roid/ [noun] – one of the many small rocky bodies that move around the sun, especially between Mars and Jupiter The…
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ESA’s Hera spacecraft embarks on critical mission to assess asteroid deflection for planetary defense
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about asteroids? Why are asteroids important to study? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. launch /lawnch/ [verb] – to set a spacecraft or rocket in motion into the sky or space The team will launch the new app next month to improve communication. mission /MISH-uhn/ [noun] – a specific task or duty assigned to a person or group, often involving a goal The team completed their mission to clean the beach last weekend. achievement /uh-CHEEV-muhnt/ [noun] – something accomplished, especially by hard work, skill, or effort Winning…
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ESA’s Hera spacecraft embarks on critical mission to assess asteroid deflection for planetary defense
Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crucial /KROO-shuhl/ [adjetive] – extremely important or necessary Good communication is crucial for a successful team project in any organization. effectiveness /ih-FEK-tiv-nis/ [noun] – the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result The effectiveness of the new marketing strategy will be assessed after six months. deflect /dih-FLEKT/ [verb] – to cause something to change direction; to turn aside The goalie managed to deflect the ball away from the goal during the game. sophisticated /suh-FIS-ti-key-tid/ [adjective] – highly developed and complex; showing advanced knowledge or understanding The sophisticated software requires extensive training to…
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Scientists reveal detailed map of fruit fly brain
Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What benefits do flies provide to other animals and plants? What animals are commonly used in scientific studies, and why do you think they are chosen? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. structure /STRUHK-cher/ [noun] – the arrangement or organization of parts to form an entire object or system The structure of the human body includes various systems like the circulatory and respiratory systems. signal /SIG-nl/ [noun] – a sign or indication that conveys information or instructions The neurons in the brain send signals to communicate with each other and coordinate…
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Scientists reveal detailed map of fruit fly brain
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 of or seen a fruit fly? Is it common to see fruit flies in your country? 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。 previous /PREE-vee-uhs/ [adjective] – happening or existing before something or someone else The previous owner of the car took good care of it. advanced /ad-VANST/ [adjective] – far on or ahead in development or progress; sophisticated The advanced technology in the new phone is impressive. arrangement /uh-REYNJ-muhnt/ [noun] – the action, process, or result of arranging or being arranged The arrangement of flowers…
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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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