Explanation Text untuk SMA

 What is Explanation Text?

Explanation text is a kind of text that explain to the readers how or why something happens.

Generic structure of explanation text:

1. General statement

General statement; stating the phenomenon issues which are to be explained.

2. Sequental explanation

Sequental explanation; stating a series of steps which explain the phenomena.

Trivia:

-          Explanation texts often use how or why in question form as the title. For example how does rain occur?; Why does global warming happen?; and etc. Some use just simple titles such as Snowfall, The Tsunami, and etc.

-          We use simple present tense in making an explanation text.

-          Often we found some conjunction words in an explanation text.

How can Corona-virus be Very Contagious?

This new coronavirus has caused global health emergency, made almost 100.000 people suffered, and so far killed more than 3000 as of March 3, out 100 cases had been reported in the US , and six people have died . But how does covid-19 spread so fast and worldwide?

Droplets of bodily fluids such as saliva or mucus from an infected person are dispersed in the air on surface by coughing or sneezing. These droplets can come into direct contact with other people or can infect those who pick them up by touching infected surface and then their face. According to scientist, coughs and sneezes can travel several feet and they stay suspended in the air for up to 10 minutes.

For example, you meet someone who contracted the virus, and they touched their mouth or nose with their hand when that person shares your hand, they transfer some virus to your hand. If you then touch your mouth or nose without washing your hands first, you may accidentally put that virus into your own body. It can be difficult to avoid being exposed to the virus, especially if you're often surrounded by other people but, according to the CDC, there are number of things you can do to protect yourself wash your hands frequently, use hand sanitizer, avoid touching your face, etc.

Right now, experts are suggesting that's not necessary to wear a face mask to protect yourself from getting sick. So better you stay at home or we call social distancing.

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