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For the questions 33–36, choose the best
option to complete the missing part of the
passage.
33. With a wide range of popular brands, the 34. Prosthetics have undergone a revolutionary
global textile industry has been constantly on
the rise. ---- In this context, nanotechnology
has contributed to the quality of clothing by
providing features such as water‑repellent,
self-cleaning capabilities, radiation and
UV light protection, as well as flame and
microbe resistance. In particular, new smart
clothing markets are slowly expanding in
international markets with advancements
in textile production and financial standing.
These advancements have firmly established
the textile industry’s sustainable structure and
laid the foundations to meet customer supply
and demand.
A) Nanotechnology in the textile industry has
attracted large corporations owing to the
financial benefits associated with its use.
B) The rivalry among them has thus increased
drastically in terms of pricing, product texture,
material quality, and market exposure.
C) Some brands have taken over the market
globally, and they make millions of dollars
annually from the textile industry.
D) Nanotoxicity, the release of nanomaterials
during washing, and the overall
environmental impact of nanotextiles are
significant issues.
E) Therefore, rivalry is increasing in the
nanotextile industry quickly, which may
sideline the conventional textile industry in
the near future.
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transformation thanks to robotics, with bionic
arms being the most remarkable development
for amputees. ---- With the help of tactile
sensors, these mechanical marvels can
detect pressure, temperature, and vibrations,
providing feedback to the residual limb
and enabling the amputee to experience
sensations similar to those of a natural limb.
Furthermore, electrodes implanted in the
user’s residual nerves allow for a more natural
experience, which adds to the versatility of
the bionic arms, making them suitable for
performing everyday tasks with a wide range
of motion.
A) They have the potential to improve the
quality of life of not only amputees but also
people with certain neurological conditions.
B) These prosthetic arms detect signals from
muscles and nerves in the residual limb,
which are translated into movements of the
robotic arm.
C) Their success relies heavily on proper
training and support for users to ensure they
can take full advantage of their capabilities.
D) Advancements in prosthetics could lead to
the creation of fully functional, robotic limbs
that could surpass the capabilities of natural
ones.
E) The development of prosthetic limbs
highlights the benefits of the integration of
technology and medicine.