Advances in science and technology

1. Science is the study of the natural world through observation and experiments to gain knowledge.
2. Technology is the practical application of that scientific knowledge to create tools or solve problems.

💡 À retenir : Science is the "why" and "how", technology is the "what" we use.

1. F l-textes scientifiques, kankhedmo l-Passive Voice bach nركزو (focus) 3la l-action machi 3la chkoun darha.
2. Exemple : "The soil is tested" (l-mohim hwa l-test, machi chkoun li dar l-test).

💡 À retenir : Use passive voice when the actor is unknown or less important than the process.

1. Start with a clear topic sentence (e.g., "GMOs have both advantages and drawbacks").
2. Give one argument for (e.g., "They increase crop resistance").
3. Give one argument against (e.g., "They may affect biodiversity").
4. Conclude with your opinion.

💡 À retenir : Always balance your arguments to show critical thinking.

1. St3ml vocabulaire spécifique (ex: irrigation, yield, biotechnology).
2. St3ml connecteurs (ex: however, moreover, therefore).
3. Rdd l-bal l-grammar (Passive voice, Future tense).

💡 À retenir : Quality of vocabulary and structure is more important than length.

1. Not necessarily. While it helps in precision farming, it can also lead to pollution if not managed well.
2. We must balance "advances" with "sustainability".

💡 À retenir : Technology is a tool; its impact depends on how we use it.

1. Non, khassk ghir t3ref les termes li 3ndhom 3ala9a b l-filière dyalk (Sciences Agronomiques).
2. Rكز 3la les mots les plus courants (ex: drought, harvest, fertilizer).

💡 À retenir : Context is key; understand how words are used in sentences.

1. It refers to the moral questions raised by new discoveries.
2. For example: Is it right to modify the DNA of plants? What are the long-term effects on human health?

💡 À retenir : Science asks "can we do it?", ethics asks "should we do it?".

1. Yes, but use it sparingly.
2. Better alternatives: "In my opinion," "From my perspective," or "It is widely believed that."

💡 À retenir : Keep your tone formal and objective.

1. Read the text twice.
2. Identify the main idea of each paragraph.
3. Rewrite these ideas in your own words without adding your opinion.

💡 À retenir : A summary must be shorter than the original text.

1. It means meeting our current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs.
2. It involves using water efficiently and protecting the soil.

💡 À retenir : Sustainability = Economic growth + Social equity + Environmental protection.

1. Yes, it is a key topic under "Advances in science and technology".
2. You should know the basics of how it changes plant characteristics.

💡 À retenir : Focus on the impact on food production and environment.

1. Don't panic. Try to guess the meaning from the context (the words around it).
2. Look for prefixes or suffixes that might give a clue.

💡 À retenir : Context is your best friend when you encounter unknown vocabulary.