B2 Unit 43: Science & technology 2
18 B2 words: experiment, programming, input, alert, transmission, component… Learn them in 4 steps, then review them every day.
Word list
| Word | Meaning | Example | |
|---|---|---|---|
| experiment/ɪkˈspɛrəmənt/ v | to experimentto test new ideas or methods | Scientists experiment with new materials in the lab.Scientists experiment with new materials in the lab. | |
| programming/ˈproʊˌɡræmɪŋ/ n | programmingwriting instructions for computers | Programming is a useful skill in many jobs.Programming is a useful skill in many jobs. | |
| input/ˈɪnˌpʊt/ n | inputinformation or ideas given to a project | Your input helped us improve the app.Your input helped us improve the app. | |
| alert/əˈlɝt/ v | to alertto warn someone about something | The app will alert you when the bus is close.The app will alert you when the bus is close. | |
| transmission/trænˈsmɪʃən/ n | transmissionthe sending of signals or information | The transmission of data takes only a few seconds.The transmission of data takes only a few seconds. | |
| component/kəmˈpoʊnənt/ n | componentone part of a larger machine or system | Each component of the machine is made in Germany.Each component of the machine is made in Germany. | |
| innovation/ˌɪnəˈveɪʃən/ n | innovationthe creation of new ideas or methods | Innovation is important for every modern company.Innovation is important for every modern company. | |
| chip/tʃɪp/ n | chipa very small piece of electronic parts | A tiny chip controls the whole device.A tiny chip controls the whole device. | |
| database/ˈdeɪtəˌbeɪs/ n | databasean organized collection of computer data | The school keeps a database of all its students.The school keeps a database of all its students. | |
| rocket/ˈrɑkət/ n | rocketa vehicle that travels into space | The rocket flew into space early this morning.The rocket flew into space early this morning. | |
| edit/ˈɛdət/ n/v | edita change made to improve a text | Sam made one final edit to the video.Sam made one final edit to the video. | |
| hardware/ˈhɑrˌdwɛr/ n | hardwarethe physical parts of a computer | The shop sells computer hardware and software.The shop sells computer hardware and software. | |
| upgrade/əpˈɡreɪd/ n/v | upgradeto change to a better or newer version | You can upgrade your phone to a better model.You can upgrade your phone to a better model. | |
| laptop/ˈlæpˌtɑp/ n | laptopa small computer you can carry | Anna works on her laptop at the cafe.Anna works on her laptop at the cafe. | |
| substance/ˈsʌbstəns/ n | substancea material with particular qualities | Water is a clear substance that has no color or smell.Water is a clear substance that has no color or smell. | |
| virtual reality/ˈvɝtʃuəl ˌriˈæləˌti/ n | virtual realitya computer world that feels real | Tom tried virtual reality and felt like he was flying.Tom tried virtual reality and felt like he was flying. | |
| backup/ˈbæˌkʌp/ n | backupan extra copy of computer files | Always make a backup of your photos before updating the phone.Always make a backup of your photos before updating the phone. | |
| implement/ˈɪmpləmənt/ n/v | implementa tool or piece of equipment | A hammer is a simple implement that every home should have.A hammer is a simple implement that every home should have. |