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Which branch of science studies the physical world?
Which branch of science studies the physical world?
- Applied sciences
- Formal sciences
- Natural sciences (correct)
- Social sciences
Which sciences are governed by axioms and rules?
Which sciences are governed by axioms and rules?
- Formal sciences (correct)
- Social sciences
- Natural sciences
- Applied sciences
What disciplines do the social sciences study?
What disciplines do the social sciences study?
- Practical purposes
- Formal systems
- Individuals and societies (correct)
- Physical world
Which disciplines use scientific knowledge for practical purposes?
Which disciplines use scientific knowledge for practical purposes?
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Where did the earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science date to?
Where did the earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science date to?
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Study Notes
Branches of Science
- Natural sciences study the physical world.
- Formal sciences, such as mathematics and logic, are governed by axioms and rules.
Social Sciences
- They study human behavior, social structures, and relationships.
Applied Sciences
- They use scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as technology, engineering, and medicine.
History of Science
- The earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science date back to ancient Mesopotamia, around 2500 BCE.
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Test your knowledge of the major branches of science including natural sciences, social sciences, and formal sciences. This quiz covers subjects like physics, chemistry, biology, economics, psychology, sociology, logic, mathematics, and theoretical computer science.
