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You've Been Wrong About the Closest Planet
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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.'
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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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A sentence or phrase used to find out information or to test someone's knowledge. It is a fundamental tool for communication that usually requires a response or an answer from another person.
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