AI to reduce animal testing ⏲️ 6 Minute English

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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Animal Testing

In this article, we explore the impact of artificial intelligence on animal testing based on a discussion from BBC Learning English’s 6 Minute English program. The debate around animal testing for scientific research, the limitations, and the role of AI in reducing the need for testing on animals are highlighted.

Today’s movie

6 Minute English: The Future of Animal Testing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1niTruE-PNs

Listening Quiz

Test your knowledge with the following quiz questions related to the discussion:

Q1: Which commonly used medicine is harmful for animals but safe for humans?

Q2: What does the phrase ‘vice versa’ indicate?

Q3: What does the idiom ‘to thread the needle’ mean?

Q4: What does ‘the whole picture’ refer to?

Q5: What does it mean to ‘wade through something’?

Vocabulary

Enhance your vocabulary with the following terms discussed in the program:

Human guinea pigs
The first individuals to undergo testing of a new substance or treatment.
The new drug was administered to human guinea pigs to observe its effects.

Vice versa
Indicating that the opposite of what was stated is also true.
The medication was safe for humans, but vice versa for animals.

To thread the needle
To perform a task requiring great skill and precision.
The surgeon had to ‘thread the needle’ during the complex procedure.

The whole picture
A complete understanding that includes all relevant information and viewpoints.
We need to consider all aspects to see the whole picture of the situation.

On top of something
In addition to something, often with a negative connotation.
She had a stressful day at work, and on top of that, her car broke down.


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