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Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
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- Scientists study how the brain works for computers.
- The brain uses very little power.
- The brain runs on about the power of a bulb.
- Researchers want new chips that copy the brain.
- They make small devices that learn and remember.
- These devices mix memory and thinking in one part.
- That can make chips use less energy.
- The research comes from a university team.
- New chips may help many computer tasks.
- The work may change future computer design.
Difficult words
- scientist — A person who studies nature or technology.Scientists
- chip — A small part inside a computer.chips
- device — A small machine or tool for a purpose.devices
- memory — The part that stores information in a computer.
- energy — Power that a machine or person uses.
- university — A school for higher education and research.
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Discussion questions
- Do you have a computer at home?
- Would you like a computer that uses less energy?
- Have you visited a university?
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