Greetings, students. Now that you’re in Year 3 of your American English studies, you will be able to read, and listen about one of VOA’s “Science and Technology” articles, which explore new developments in science, space exploration, environment and technology in the United States of America as well as in countries all over the world. You are encouraged to carefully read the article and the vocabulary words, as well as listen to the article. Finally, you are invited to share what you learned by discussing why this article is important and meaningful in the comments section below.
Directions: Read the article and study the vocabulary below.
Directions: Listen to the audio recording of the article.
Directions: Share your insights about why this article is meaningful and important by writing in the comments section below.
Lesson 3.42.4: Year 3
Science &Technology.
” Singapore Turns Wastewater into Drinking Water.”
Wastewater is used water. Singapore has few natural water sources. The island nation has long had to depend mostly on supplies from neighboring Malaysia. The government of Singapore has created a highly develop system that turns wastewater into drinking water. The system involves a network of tunnels and high technology treatment centers. Reused wastewater can now meet 40% of Singapore’s water demand. Low pie- Chin is chief engineer of the water reclamation department of the public Utilities Board, she told reporters with Agency of France- Press.” Singapore lacks natural resources, and it is limited in space, which is why we are always looking for ways to explore water sources and Strech our water supply. ‘She further said,” One major plan is, ” collect every drop” and” Reuse endlessly”.