5 Questions
Which branch of science studies formal systems governed by axioms and rules?
Formal sciences
Which discipline uses scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as in engineering and medicine?
Applied sciences
Which historical period marks the earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science?
Bronze Age
Which branch of science studies the physical world?
Natural sciences
Why are the formal sciences sometimes disputed as science disciplines?
They do not rely on empirical evidence
Study Notes
Branches of Science
- Formal sciences study formal systems governed by axioms and rules
- Applied sciences use scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as in engineering and medicine
Historical Periods
- Ancient period marks the earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science
Physical Sciences
- Physical sciences study the physical world
Classification of Sciences
- Formal sciences are sometimes disputed as science disciplines due to their abstract nature and lack of empirical evidence
Test your knowledge of the different branches of science with this quiz! From physics and chemistry to economics and psychology, see how well you understand the major divisions of modern science.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
