sensor
Prononciation : [ˈsɛn.sər]
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Contexte : « technology »
(noun) a sensor is a device that detects changes in the environment and sends that information to another device. It helps us understand things around us, like movement, light, or temperature.
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The temperature sensor works well, keeping the room at just the right warmth.
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The motion sensor didn't pick up any movement, so the alarm stayed off.
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What does the light sensor do when it gets dark outside?
Contexte : « science »
(noun) a sensor can also mean any instrument that measures physical properties, like pressure or humidity. Scientists use sensors to gather important data.
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The humidity sensor showed that the air was very wet today.
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The pressure sensor failed to record any changes, making our experiment less reliable.
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Which sensor helps us measure the air pressure around us?
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