III. Words in Context: Choose the best answer. (各 1 分)
In a talk given in 1959, Richard Feynman was the first scientist to suggest the possibility of
maneuvering things atom by atom. Based on this innovative idea in physics, scientists began to
realize Dr. Feynman’s theory in the 1990’s, and the __26__ research is now fully developed
around the world. This new technology of putting atoms where we want them to be is called
nanotechnology, now widely applied in some manufacturing industries. Take packaging for
example. Nanotechnology helps produce thinner material for beer bottles, which __27__ have a
lighter weight and greater shelf-life. Reduced weight means transportation costs decline; greater
shelf-life reduces __28__ and decreases overall costs to the end user. The clothing industry is
also starting to feel the effects of nanotech. Many manufacturers are currently using embedded
nanoparticles to create stain-repellent khakis. This innovation will __29__ not only khaki wearers.
Detergent makers, dry cleaners, and stain-removal makers will experience a sharp decrease in
customers. New materials produced through nanotech are not only used to improve existing
products, but they are also extending their reach into areas formerly __30__ by metal, glass, and
wood. This fairly low-tech application of nanotechnology is just the small tip of a vast iceberg,
looming to sink even the “unsinkable” companies.
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(E) related (AB) subsequently (AC) inflation (AD) impact (AE) slug
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