All Flashcards
What is the significance of high-speed rail in China?
China has over 35,000 km of high-speed rail track, facilitating travel and economic growth.
What is the purpose of the Tiangong Space Lab?
Launched in 2011, it's used for microgravity experiments.
What are some examples of advanced materials being developed in China?
Focus on energy storage, transportation, and healthcare.
What is the significance of WeChat in China?
It has over 1 billion monthly active users and facilitates messaging, social networking, and mobile payments.
What is the 'Healthy China 2030 Plan'?
Aims to improve healthcare access and affordability.
What are some challenges associated with China's aging population?
Challenges in caring for the elderly and maintaining a workforce.
How is technology used in Chinese museums?
Interactive exhibits, audio guides, online resources, VR/AR.
How has online banking impacted everyday life in China?
Mobile apps like Alipay and WeChat Pay have made transactions more convenient.
How is technology being used in education in China?
Online learning, MOOCs, and AI tutoring are becoming more common.
What are some controversies associated with social media in China?
Censorship, data privacy, misinformation, and addictive technology.
What is the role of government regulation in Chinese social media?
Content censorship and real-name registration are common.
How can technology help fight climate change?
Science and technology can help fight climate change by creating new and cleaner energy sources, reducing pollution, and monitoring environmental changes.
How does cellphone use impact teenagers?
Cellphone use can impact teenagers by affecting their social interactions, mental health, and academic performance.
How do science and tech affect healthcare and patient well-being?
Science and technology affect healthcare and patient well-being by improving diagnostic methods, treatment options, and access to medical information.
What are some ethical considerations related to genetic engineering?
Ethical considerations include the potential for misuse, the impact on biodiversity, and questions of informed consent.
What are the positive impacts of increased access to information?
Positive impacts include increased education, greater civic engagement, and the ability to connect with diverse perspectives.
What are the negative impacts of automation in the workplace?
Negative impacts include job displacement, increased economic inequality, and the need for workforce retraining.
How does the digital divide affect different groups of people?
The digital divide affects different groups by limiting access to education, employment opportunities, and essential services for those without technology.
How can social media impact mental health?
Social media can impact mental health by contributing to feelings of inadequacy, cyberbullying, and social isolation.
What is one way technology has transformed communication?
Technology has transformed communication by making it faster, easier, and more accessible to connect with people around the world.
What are some benefits of social media?
Some benefits include connecting with others, accessing information, and building communities.
What are some drawbacks of social media?
Some drawbacks include cyberbullying, addiction, and privacy concerns.
What is the meaning of 'gijutsu (技術)'?
Technology
What is the meaning of 'jōhō (情報)'?
Information
What is the meaning of 'apuri (アプリ)'?
Application
What is the meaning of 'daun rōdo (ダウンロード)'?
Download
What is the meaning of 'toritsukeru (取り付ける)'?
To install
What is the meaning of 'setsuzoku (接続)'?
To connect
What is the meaning of 'hatsumei (発明)'?
To discover/invent
What is the meaning of 'kōtsū (交通)'?
Transportation
What is the meaning of 'yushutsu (輸出)'?
Export
What is the meaning of 'yunyū (輸入)'?
Import
What is the meaning of 'haiburiddo (ハイブリッド)'?
Hybrid
What is the meaning of 'ninshiki (認識)'?
To recognize
What is the meaning of 'hannō (反応)'?
To react
What is the meaning of 'kamera (カメラ)'?
Camera