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science-technology-vocabulary
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calculator
computer
télévision
Introduction

Vocabulary on the theme of science and technology.

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cable
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calculator
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camera
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cellphone
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charger
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computer
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drone
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headphones
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internet
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printer
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tablet
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television
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Everyday Tech
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everyday-tech
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Electronic devices, such as a computer, a printer and a cellphone.
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Click to listen to the Everyday Tech vocabulary.
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3D printer
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3D printer.mp3 (30.1 KB)
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AI
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AI.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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artificial intelligence
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app
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app.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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application
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application.mp3 (24.49 KB)
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cell
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cell.mp3 (15.31 KB)
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cellphone
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cellphone.mp3 (20.41 KB)
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charger
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charger.mp3 (16.84 KB)
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computer
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computer_0.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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computer screen
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flash drive
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flash drive.mp3 (20.41 KB)
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internet
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internet.mp3 (17.86 KB)
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keyboard
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keyboard.mp3 (16.33 KB)
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laptop
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laptop_0.mp3 (20.41 KB)
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monitor
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monitor.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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mouse
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mouse.mp3 (16.84 KB)
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phone
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phone.mp3 (14.8 KB)
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printer
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printer.mp3 (14.8 KB)
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tablet
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tablet_0.mp3 (17.35 KB)
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thumb drive
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thumb drive.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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USB drive
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USB drive.mp3 (29.59 KB)
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Science Fields
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science-fields
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Science fields, such as chemistry, biology and zoology.
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Click to listen to the Science Fields vocabulary.
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astronomy
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astronomy.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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biology
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biology.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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botany
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botany.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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chemistry
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chemistry.mp3 (16.33 KB)
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computer science
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economics
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economics.mp3 (21.43 KB)
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geology
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geology.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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oceanography
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oceanography.mp3 (27.55 KB)
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physics
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physics.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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zoology
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zoology.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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Equipment
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equipment
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Objects related to science and technology, such as test tubes, a microscope and a telescope.
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Click to listen to the Equipment vocabulary.
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compass
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compass_0.mp3 (16.33 KB)
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graphs
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graphs.mp3 (21.43 KB)
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lab coat
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lab coat.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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laser
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laser.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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magnet
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magnet.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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magnifying glass
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microscope
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microscope.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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petri dish
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petri dish.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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robot
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robot.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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ruler
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ruler.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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safety goggles
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safety goggles.mp3 (26.53 KB)
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satellite
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satellite.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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scale
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scale.mp3 (16.33 KB)
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soldering iron
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soldering iron.mp3 (27.55 KB)
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stopwatch
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stopwatch.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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tape measure
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tape measure.mp3 (17.35 KB)
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telescope
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telescope.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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test tube
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test tube.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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thermometer
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thermometer.mp3 (23.98 KB)
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tweezers
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tweezers.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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Research & Development
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research-development
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Vocabulary related to research and development, such as experiment, discovery and result.
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Click to listen to the Research & Development vocabulary.
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cause
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cause.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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discovery
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discovery.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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effect
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effect.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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energy
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energy.mp3 (17.35 KB)
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experiment
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experiment.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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exploration
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exploration_0.mp3 (26.53 KB)
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gas
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gas.mp3 (17.35 KB)
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laboratory
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laboratory.mp3 (22.96 KB)
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liquid
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liquid.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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matter
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matter.mp3 (13.26 KB)
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research
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research.mp3 (21.43 KB)
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result
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result.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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solid
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solid.mp3 (15.31 KB)
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theory
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theory.mp3 (16.84 KB)
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Science & Technology-Related Verbs
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science-technology-related-verbs
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Verbs related to science and technology, such as to observe, to think and to download.
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to code
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to code.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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to discover
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to discover.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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to download
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to download.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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to explore
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to explore_0.mp3 (21.43 KB)
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to invent
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to invent.mp3 (22.45 KB)
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to learn
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to learn.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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to observe
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to observe.mp3 (26.02 KB)
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to program
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to program.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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to stream
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to stream.mp3 (21.43 KB)
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to think
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to think.mp3 (25.51 KB)
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to upload
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to upload.mp3 (25 KB)
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Science & Technology People
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science-technology-people
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People working in science and technology jobs, such as a programmer, an engineer and a zoologist.
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astronaut
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astronaut.mp3 (22.45 KB)
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astronomer
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astronomer.mp3 (19.39 KB)
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biologist
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biologist.mp3 (27.04 KB)
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botanist
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botanist.mp3 (23.47 KB)
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chemist
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chemist.mp3 (17.86 KB)
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coder
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coder.mp3 (16.84 KB)
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engineer
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engineer.mp3 (21.43 KB)
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geologist
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geologist.mp3 (24.49 KB)
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IT technician
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IT technician.mp3 (26.53 KB)
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programmer
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programmer.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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scientists
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scientists.mp3 (27.55 KB)
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zoologist
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zoologist.mp3 (25.51 KB)
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Science & Technology Vocabulary at a Glance
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science-technology-vocabulary-at-a-glance
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Summary of science and technology vocabulary,page one of two.
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Summary of science and technology vocabulary, page two of two.
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Science & Technology Vocabulary Exercise
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science-technology-vocabulary-exercise
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Advanced Science & Technology Vocabulary
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advanced-science-technology-vocabulary
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Advanced Everyday Tech Objects
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advanced-everyday-tech-objects
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gadgetA small tool, machine or electronic device that has a specific, useful purpose. It is often clever, modern or fun to use.
deviceAn object, piece of equipment or electronic machine built to perform a specific task.
smartphoneA mobile phone that works like a small computer.
hard driveThe main storage part inside a computer.
flash driveA small, portable digital file storage device. Also called a “thumb drive” or a “USB drive.”
thumb driveA small, portable digital file storage device. Also called a “flash drive” or a “USB drive.”
USB driveA small, portable digital file storage device. Also called a “thumb drive” or a “flash drive.”
scannerDevice that turns paper documents into digital files.
touchscreenA display screen that responds to finger or stylus contact.
modemA device that allows you to connect to the internet.
routerA device that makes the internet connection using wi-fi.
wirelessThat can send information without any physical cables or wires.
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device
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device.mp3 (25 KB)
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flash drive
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flash drive_0.mp3 (28.06 KB)
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gadget
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gadget.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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hard drive
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hard drive.mp3 (21.43 KB)
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modem
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modem.mp3 (22.45 KB)
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router
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router.mp3 (20.41 KB)
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scanner
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scanner.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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smartphone
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smartphone.mp3 (25.51 KB)
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thumb drive
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thumb drive_0.mp3 (20.41 KB)
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touchscreen
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touchscreen.mp3 (24.49 KB)
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USB drive
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USB drive_0.mp3 (30.1 KB)
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wireless
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wireless.mp3 (22.96 KB)
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Advanced Everyday Digital Tech
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advanced-everyday-digital-tech
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passwordA secret word, phrase or combination of letters, numbers, and symbols used to unlock an account or electronic device.
settingsThe controls on a computer, phone or app that let you change how it works or looks.
notificationsMessages from a device that inform you about something new.
updateA new version of software or an app that fixes bugs or adds new features.
browserProgram or app that allows you to visit and view websites on the internet.
streamingA way to watch videos or listen to music over the internet in real time.
storageThe space where digital files and applications are kept.
dataDigital information that computers process.
cloudInternet-based file storage.
wi-fiWireless technology that connects devices to the internet.
operating systemThe main software program that manages a computer, phone or tablet.
databaseAn organized collection of information (data).
GPSShort for “Global Positioning System.” A navigation system that shows your exact position and gives you directions.
compatibilityHardware or software is designed to fit, connect or communicate smoothly with another system.
bugAn issue with a computer program or app that makes it crash or malfunction.
glitchA temporary problem that stops equipment or software working properly for a short time.
spamUnwanted, digital junk mail or electronic messages.
virusA harmful program or code designed to cause damage to a computer or device.
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browser
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browser.mp3 (20.41 KB)
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bug
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bug.mp3 (15.82 KB)
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cloud
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cloud.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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compatibility
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compatibility.mp3 (27.04 KB)
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data
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data.mp3 (17.86 KB)
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database
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database.mp3 (25.51 KB)
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glitch
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glitch.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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GPS
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GPS_0.mp3 (23.47 KB)
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notifications
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notifications.mp3 (30.61 KB)
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operating system
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password
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password.mp3 (17.35 KB)
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settings
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settings.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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spam
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spam.mp3 (19.39 KB)
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storage
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storage.mp3 (21.43 KB)
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streaming
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streaming.mp3 (22.45 KB)
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update
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update.mp3 (16.33 KB)
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virus
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virus.mp3 (19.39 KB)
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wi-fi
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wi-fi.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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Advanced Science Fields & People
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advanced-science-fields-people
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FieldWhat is studiedPerson who studies it
anthropologyHuman origins, history, biology and culturesanthropologist
archeologyExamining past human life, ancient objects, buildings and toolsarcheologist
astrophysicsStars, planets, galaxies and the universe, using math and physicsastrophysicist
ecologyHow living things interact with each other and with their environmentecologist
environmental scienceA combination of ecology, geology, biology and chemistry to study environmental problems and find solutions for our planetenvironmental scientist
forestryPlanting, growing and protecting trees forester
geneticsHow living things pass traits and features from parents to their children geneticist
horticultureGrowing and caring for garden plants, fruits, vegetables and flowers horticulturist
ichthyologyScientific study of fish speciesichthyologist
linguisticsHow human language workslinguist
marine biologyPlants, animals and other living things that live in the ocean and salt water marine biologist
meteorologyThe atmosphere, weather and climatemeteorologist
microbiologyVery small living things like bacteria, viruses and microbesmicrobiologist
neurologyMedical issues related to the brain and the nervous systemneurologist
neuroscienceHow the brain and the nervous system allow us to think, feel, learn and moveneuroscientist
ornithologyScientific study of bird speciesornithologist
paleontologyScientific study of ancient life, primarily fossilspaleontologist
physicsEnergy and matter interactions, including forces, motion, light and gravityphysicist
roboticsDesign, building and programming of robotsroboticist
seismologyEarthquakes and the movement of energy waves through the Earth seismologist
sociologyHuman society, social behaviour, and how people interact in groups, communities and culturessociologist
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anthropology
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anthropology.mp3 (26.53 KB)
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archeology
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archeology.mp3 (26.02 KB)
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astrophysics
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astrophysics.mp3 (28.06 KB)
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ecology
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ecology.mp3 (22.96 KB)
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environmental science
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forestry
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forestry.mp3 (22.45 KB)
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genetics
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genetics.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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horticulture
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horticulture.mp3 (20.41 KB)
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ichthyology
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ichthyology.mp3 (28.06 KB)
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linguistics
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linguistics.mp3 (25 KB)
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marine biology
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marine biology.mp3 (32.14 KB)
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meteorology
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meteorology.mp3 (32.14 KB)
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microbiology
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microbiology.mp3 (36.22 KB)
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neurology
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neurology.mp3 (23.47 KB)
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neuroscience
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neuroscience.mp3 (26.53 KB)
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ornithology
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ornithology.mp3 (23.98 KB)
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paleontology
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paleontology.mp3 (27.55 KB)
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physics
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physics_0.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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robotics
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robotics.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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seismology
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seismology.mp3 (27.55 KB)
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sociology
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sociology.mp3 (26.53 KB)
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Click to listen to the Advanced Science People vocabulary.
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anthropologist
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anthropologist.mp3 (29.59 KB)
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archeologist
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archeologist.mp3 (29.08 KB)
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astrophysicist
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astrophysicist.mp3 (31.63 KB)
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ecologist
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ecologist.mp3 (23.98 KB)
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environmental scientist
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forester
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forester.mp3 (19.39 KB)
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geneticist
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geneticist.mp3 (29.59 KB)
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horticulturist
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horticulturist.mp3 (29.08 KB)
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ichthyologist
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ichthyologist.mp3 (32.65 KB)
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linguist
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linguist.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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marine biologist
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meteorologist
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meteorologist.mp3 (30.61 KB)
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microbiologist
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microbiologist.mp3 (35.2 KB)
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neurologist
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neurologist.mp3 (29.08 KB)
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neuroscientist
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neuroscientist.mp3 (30.61 KB)
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ornithologist
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ornithologist.mp3 (30.61 KB)
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paleontologist
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paleontologist.mp3 (32.14 KB)
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physicist
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physicist.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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roboticist
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robotics_0.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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seismologist
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seismologist.mp3 (32.65 KB)
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sociologist
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sociologist.mp3 (30.1 KB)
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Advanced Research & Development
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advanced-research-development
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algorithmA set of instructions or rules a computer uses to solve a problem or complete a task
analysisThe process of breaking something down into smaller parts to study and understand it better
cellThe smallest basic unit of life that makes up all living things 
chartA drawing or diagram that shows information or numbers as a picture, table or graph
chemical reactionThe process where two or more substances combine or change to make a completely new substance
circuitA complete, closed path that electricity flows through
codingThe act of writing step-by-step instructions for a computer to perform a specific task
digitalInformation recorded, stored or processed using computer code
elementA pure substance made of only one single type of atom that cannot be broken down into anything simpler. For example, oxygen, hydrogen, titanium)
evidenceThe facts, information or observations that show whether an idea is true or false 
evolutionThe long process where living things change over a very long period of time in order to survive in their environment 
hypothesisA smart educated guess or prediction that can be tested with an experiment
osmosisMovement of water molecules through a membrane
procedureA series of actions done in a specific, correct order to complete a task or experiment safely and accurately
propertiesThe special qualities, features or characteristics that describe something or how it behaves 
sensorA device that detects physical changes like heat, light, sound or movement
systemA group of related parts that work together to perform a specific task
virtualSomething created or simulated by a computer that exists digitally, rather than physically in the real world
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algorithm
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analysis
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analysis.mp3 (27.55 KB)
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cell
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cell_0.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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chart
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chart.mp3 (19.39 KB)
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chemical reaction
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circuit
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circuit.mp3 (22.96 KB)
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coding
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coding.mp3 (17.86 KB)
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digital
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digital.mp3 (16.84 KB)
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element
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element.mp3 (17.35 KB)
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evidence
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evidence.mp3 (22.45 KB)
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evolution
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evolution.mp3 (23.98 KB)
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hypothesis
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hypothesis.mp3 (26.53 KB)
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osmosis
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osmosis.mp3 (22.96 KB)
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procedure
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procedure.mp3 (18.37 KB)
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properties
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properties.mp3 (21.43 KB)
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sensor
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sensor.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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system
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system.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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virtual
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virtual.mp3 (17.35 KB)
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Advanced Science & Technology-Related Verbs
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advanced-science-technology-related-verbs
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Science-Related Verbs

to affectTo cause a change, to produce an effect or to influence how something behaves or works
to analyzeTo look closely at something and study it to understand how it works or what it means
to calculateTo use math to find an answer, such as a total number, cost, distance or size
to carry outTo do, perform or complete a plan or task; to follow instructions
to classifyTo group or organize things together because they share the same features or qualities
to collectTo gather things together, like objects, information or resources
to concludeTo reach a decision or final answer after looking at all the facts, data or evidence
to demonstrateTo show how something works or to prove an idea by using examples, experiments or actions
to find outTo learn or discover
to hypothesizeTo make a smart educated guess or prediction that can be tested with an experiment
to investigateTo examine or study something carefully to find out the truth, facts or unknown details
to monitorTo watch, check or track something carefully over time
to set upTo prepare equipment, tools or materials so that they can be used 
to testTo run an experiment to see if something like an idea, an object or a system works properly
to verifyTo check information or results to make sure they are correct, accurate or true.

Tech-Related Verbs

to back upTo make a second copy of digital files
to bugTo cause errors or glitches in a computer program or app 
to connectTo join two or more things together
to crashTo stop working suddenly
to debugTo find and fix errors (bugs) in a computer program
to disconnectTo break or turn off a connection between devices
to freezeTo stop moving or responding (screens, apps or computers)
to loadTo copy data from a storage location into a computer's memory so an app, file or website can open
to log inTo enter your username and password to open or use an account 
to log outTo sign off or terminate a connection with a computer system
to rebootTo restart a computer or electronic device 
to restartTo turn a device off and on again
to restoreTo bring a device or file back to its original state, to fix it
to saveTo store digital information on a computer system
to scrollTo move up or down on a screen
to streamTo play a video or music directly from the internet without downloading it
to troubleshootTo find and fix a problem with a machine, computer or system
to upgradeTo make a device, program or system newer, faster, better or more up to date
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to analyze
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to calculate
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to calculate.mp3 (22.96 KB)
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to carry out
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to carry out.mp3 (31.63 KB)
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to classify
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to classify.mp3 (33.16 KB)
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to collect
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to collect_0.mp3 (36.22 KB)
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to conclude
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to conclude.mp3 (35.71 KB)
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to demonstrate
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to demonstrate.mp3 (30.1 KB)
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to find out
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to find out.mp3 (26.53 KB)
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to hypothesize
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to hypothesize.mp3 (37.75 KB)
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to investigate
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to investigate.mp3 (26.53 KB)
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to monitor
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to monitor.mp3 (21.43 KB)
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to set up
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to set up.mp3 (20.92 KB)
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to test
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to test.mp3 (27.04 KB)
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to verify
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to back up
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to bug
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to bug.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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to connect
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to connect.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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to crash
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to crash.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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to debug
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to debug.mp3 (20.41 KB)
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to disconnect
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to disconnect.mp3 (30.1 KB)
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to freeze
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to freeze.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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to load
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to load.mp3 (18.88 KB)
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to log in
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to log in.mp3 (23.98 KB)
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to log out
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to log out.mp3 (22.96 KB)
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to reboot
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to reboot.mp3 (26.02 KB)
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to restart
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to restart.mp3 (27.55 KB)
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to restore
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to restore.mp3 (22.96 KB)
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to save
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to save.mp3 (20.41 KB)
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to scroll
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to scroll.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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to stream
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to stream_0.mp3 (19.9 KB)
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to troubleshoot
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to troubleshoot.mp3 (22.96 KB)
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to upgrade
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to upgrade.mp3 (21.94 KB)
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Common Prefixes & Suffixes
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Prefixes and suffixes are letters or groups of letters attached to words to create new words.

Prefixes are placed at the beginning of words.
Suffixes are placed at the end of words.

They are widely used in science and technology vocabulary and can help you understand the meaning of certain words.

Here are some frequently used prefixes and suffixes.

PrefixMeaningExamples
geo_Earth, land or groundgeography
geology
geolocation
bio_Life, living thingsbiology
biotechnology
biodiversity
aero_Air, gas or atmosphereaerospace
aeronautics
aerosol
hydro_Water, liquidhydroelectricity
hydroplane
hydration
astro_Stars, planets or outer spaceastronomy
astronaut
astrophysics
micro_Very small or tinymicrobe
microchip
microscope
giga_One billiongigabytes
gigawatt
Giant, very largegigantic
nano_One-billionth (1/1 000 000 000)nanosecond
nanowatt
Extremely tinynanobot
nanotechnology
SuffixMeaningExamples
_ologyThe study ofbiology
archeology
psychology
_istPerson who studies or works in a specific areascientist
biologist
chemist
_metryThe process of measuringgeometry
symmetry
chronometry
_ianA skilled person who works in a specific fieldtechnician
mathematician
electrician

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