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Which discipline studies individuals and societies?
Which discipline studies individuals and societies?
Which branch of science studies the physical world?
Which branch of science studies the physical world?
Which category of science studies formal systems governed by axioms and rules?
Which category of science studies formal systems governed by axioms and rules?
Which discipline uses scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as in engineering and medicine?
Which discipline uses scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as in engineering and medicine?
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Do the formal sciences rely on empirical evidence?
Do the formal sciences rely on empirical evidence?
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When does the history of science span to?
When does the history of science span to?
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What is the word 'science' derived from?
What is the word 'science' derived from?
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During which period did scientific research deteriorate in the regions after the fall of the Western Roman Empire?
During which period did scientific research deteriorate in the regions after the fall of the Western Roman Empire?
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What motivated scientists to advance new knowledge in science?
What motivated scientists to advance new knowledge in science?
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What did the Middle English word 'science' mean in the 14th century?
What did the Middle English word 'science' mean in the 14th century?
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What was the role of 'natural philosophy' during the Renaissance period?
What was the role of 'natural philosophy' during the Renaissance period?
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Where were Greek manuscripts preserved and expanded upon during the Medieval period?
Where were Greek manuscripts preserved and expanded upon during the Medieval period?
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'Natural philosophy' was later transformed by which historical event?
'Natural philosophy' was later transformed by which historical event?
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What influenced the practical impact of scientific research work?
What influenced the practical impact of scientific research work?
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'Natural philosophy' was revived during which historical period?
'Natural philosophy' was revived during which historical period?
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What is the meaning of 'science' according to Michiel de Vaan?
What is the meaning of 'science' according to Michiel de Vaan?
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