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B1 Intermediate English 3:30 590 words Educational

You've Been Wrong About the Closest Planet

CGP Grey · 1,515,566 views · Added 5 months ago

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In this video, CGP Grey explains why Mercury, not Venus, is actually the closest planet to Earth on average, and uses this surprising fact to discuss how imprecise questions and mental models can hide obvious truths. Learners will practice vocabulary related to astronomy, physics, and critical thinking. It is great for B1 learners looking to improve their understanding of clear, logical explanations and phrases like 'on average,' 'concentric circles,' and 'retroactively obvious.'

Learning Stats

B1

CEFR Level

590

Total Words

270

Unique Words

4/10

Difficulty

Vocabulary Diversity 46%

Key Vocabulary (17)

closest B1 adjective

The superlative form of 'close', meaning at the least distance from something or someone in terms of space, time, or relationship. It singles out one person, place, or thing as being nearer than all others.

planet B1 noun

A planet is a large celestial body that orbits a star, such as the Sun, and does not produce its own light. It must be massive enough to be shaped into a sphere by its own gravity and have cleared its orbital path of other debris.

you A1 pronoun

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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