Jeans That Clean The Air

Question 1

a)      True. “An innovative blend of fashion and science has resulted in the design of a new technology.”

b)      False. “…to create what could be a ground-breaking solution to our environmental problems.”

c)      False. “Their website says: "Catalytic Clothing seeks to explore how clothing and textiles can be used as a catalytic surface to purify air, employing existing technology in a new way."

d)      True. “The improvement in air quality could significantly reduce deaths and respiratory illnesses such as asthma.”

Question 2

a)      They apply very small particles of titanium dioxide to the fabric the new jeans are made of. The chemical absorbs toxic substances in the atmosphere which are not harmful anymore, and are removed when the jeans are washed.

b)      According to Mr. Ryan, the new jeans could reduce air pollution in big cities, which would be extremely beneficial for those suffering breathing disorders.

Question 3

a)      innovative / ground-breaking

b)      explore

c)      significantly

  

Question 4

a.      A company called Catalytic Clothing has been created by Ms Story and Dr Ryan to showcase their invention.

b.      If air quality were improved, deaths and respiratory illnesses such as asthma could be significantly reduced.

c.      Ms Story and Dr. Ryan said that Catalytic Clothing sought to explore how clothing and textiles could be used as a catalytic surface to purify air.