探索科學|本集 精彩教學影片(講解老師:Chris & Antony 老師)
Great things can happen when you take a break.
Finding the solution to a problem can be challenging. We might think about an issue for hours without finding an answer. Then, we take a break and go for a walk. While walking around, we suddenly think of the perfect solution to the problem. This is a common experience for many people. But why does this happen?
In 2001, a group of scientists were carrying out experiments in which volunteers were doing difficult tasks. The team then compared the images of a person’s brain during rest and the images of the volunteers’ brains. The scientists noticed that a specific region of the brain was more active when volunteers did simple tasks than when they engaged in demanding ones. The scientists have named this area of the brain the default mode network, or the DMN.
The confused old man wandered through the streets, unsure of where he was.
這位困惑的老先生在街頭遊蕩,不知自己身在何處。
The runaway girl wandered along the street, looking in the shop windows.
這個蹺家的女孩在街上閒逛,瀏覽商店的櫥窗。
Nick likes to go for a wander around the park during his lunch break.
尼克喜歡在他午休期間到公園附近閒逛。
Alex wandered the park without a clear purpose.
艾力克斯漫無目的地在公園裡遊蕩。
The issue of sexual discrimination in the office was widely discussed during the meeting.
會議中辦公室性別歧視的議題被廣泛討論。
Susan took issue with Peter over who should be responsible for the mistake.
針對誰應對這個錯負責,蘇珊與彼得有所爭論。
What is at issue now is when we should deal with the problem.
現在受爭議的問題是,我們應要何時處理這個問題。
The latest issue of Vogue magazine featured an interview with Gal Gadot.
最新一期的《時尚》雜誌特刊出蓋兒•加朵的專訪。
The government has issued a large number of booklets to explain its new policies.
政府發行很多手冊來解釋它的新政策。
The man went there for a specific purpose.
那名男子到那兒去是有特定的目的。
This problem is specific to big cities.
這個問題是大城市所特有的。
This problem is unique to big cities.
這個問題是大城市所特有的。
Please be more specific about what you want.
你要什麼請說明確一點。
Due to financial difficulties, Sam was in default on the car loan, and the bank threatened to take the vehicle.
山姆由於經濟困難而付不出汽車貸款,銀行便威脅著要拿走這臺車。
According to the rules set out by the organization, John will win this game by default if his opponent doesn’t show up in time.
根據該組織所定的規則,如果約翰的對手不及時出現,他將自動勝出。
In the contract, certain penalties were specified in case the company defaulted on any of its obligations.
在此合約中規定了某些罰則,以防該公司不履行任何義務。
The software settings will return to default if you reset the system.
如果你重設系統,軟體設定會回到預設值。
To carry out the plan, we need at least another $50,000.
為了要執行這個計畫,我們至少需要再追加 5 萬美元。
The two sides engaged in peace talks.
雙方從事和平談判。
I don't usually engage in gossip, as I know it can be harmful to others.
我通常不會參與討論八卦,因為我知道這樣做可能會傷害他人。
Simply put, there is no shortcut to learning English.
簡單來說,學習英文沒有捷徑。
Sam was sick. As a result, he didn't come to the office.
山姆生病了。因此,他沒有來上班。