C4 Nanotechnology Flashcards
appreciably
adv. noticeably, substantially, considerably
Do you believe your world view has changed, or would change, appreciably through international travel? Why or why not?
computer
n. processor, laptop
What kind of computer do you have? Are you satisfied with it? Why or why not?
eliminate
v. get rid of, do away with, remove
Do you work on eliminating negative thoughts from your mind? Are you able to do this? Why or why not?
ongoing
adj. continuing, constant, unending
Describe an ongoing interest you have had since childhood. Why do you like this activity
reverse
v. undo, turn around, turn back
Have you ever reversed an important decision you made? In other words, have you ever changed your mind about something? Explain.
computation
n. calculation, totaling
Do you like performing mathematical computations? Why or why not?
data
n. information, facts, statistics
What kind of data do you store on your computer? What would you do if you lost all of the data on your computer hard drive?
innovative
adj. new, original, inventive
What innovative technological device do you appreciate most? Why?
radically
adv. fundamentally, thoroughly, totally
What is radically different about your life today compared to five years ago? How did this change occur?
unprecedented
adj. unparalleled, first-time, unmatched
Is mastering a foreign language an unprecedented accomplishment in your family? Why or why not?