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Purpose of Explanation Text

The document discusses explanation text. It explains that explanation text aims to explain natural or social phenomena through a general statement, sequenced explanation of processes, and an optional closing statement. It also notes that explanation text typically uses simple present tense, passive voice and focuses on explaining phenomena. An example of explanation text is then provided that describes the sequenced events required to create a solar eclipse through alignment of the sun, moon and Earth.

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Purpose of Explanation Text

The document discusses explanation text. It explains that explanation text aims to explain natural or social phenomena through a general statement, sequenced explanation of processes, and an optional closing statement. It also notes that explanation text typically uses simple present tense, passive voice and focuses on explaining phenomena. An example of explanation text is then provided that describes the sequenced events required to create a solar eclipse through alignment of the sun, moon and Earth.

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EXPLANATION

The Purpose / Social Function of Explanation Text


The purpose of explanation text is to explain the process involved in the formation of a natural or
social phenomena.

The Generic Structures of Explanation Text


The generic structures of this text are divided into three parts as follows:

1. General Statement (this part consists of a general statement / general introduction of the
phenomenon that we are going to explain)
2. Sequenced Explanation (this part explains about some process involved in the formation of
the phenomenon)
3. Closing (the concluding paragraph is presented in this part of explanation text even though it
is not a mandatory)

Language Features of Explanation Text


1. Using simple present tense
2. Using passive voice
3. Focus on natural and socio cultural phenomena

Contoh Explanation Text

How a Solar Eclipse Happens

A total solar eclipse is a rare phenomenon with stunning visual effects. Many people are so eager to
see this phenomenon when it happens since it can be considered as an extraordinary phenomenon.
But, what causes this extraordinary phenomenon?
Several things need to occur at once and in a straight line to create a total solar eclipse. A total solar
eclipse appears as the result of sequenced events. First, The Moon orbits the Earth once a month
and eclipse happens when it lines up exactly with the Earth and the Sun. The moon must be exactly
in the right size and distance to block the sun. Eclipse does not appear every month because the
orbits of the Moon and Earth are sometimes tilted at an angle. Next, the sun, moon, and Earth need to
line up in a straight line, with the moon between the sun and Earth. Finally, to see the full eclipse, you
need to be standing in the correct spot on Earth because not all of the sun shine is covered by the
moon since its size is 400 times bigger than the diameter of the moon even though it’s also 400 times
farther away from us than the moon

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