VOA慢速英语:Scientists Explore Underwater Volcanoes

短语讲解：

1. In September, a group of scientists set out to explore Cook Seamount.

set out 出发;着手;动身
例句：When setting out on a long walk, always wear suitable boots.
每次出发远行，都要穿合适的鞋子。

2. Conservation International and the University of Hawaii worked together for the trip to Cook Seamount.

work together 合作;同…在同一处工作;同事
例句：They live and work together in complete equality and brotherhood.
他们完全平等和兄弟般地在一起生活和工作。

3. Stone said he wants to find out what is living on the seamounts and how they support ocean life.

find out 发现;使发作;使受惩罚
例句：I need to find out who tried to frame me
我得找出是谁企图诬陷我。

4. Sonia Rowley is a researcher at the University of Hawaii who is taking part in the project.

take part in 参加…，参与…活动
例句：You don't need strength to take part in this sport
参加这项运动不需要太多体力。