10 Questions
Why is there disagreement about whether the formal sciences are science disciplines?
Because they do not rely on empirical evidence
What are the three major branches of modern science?
The natural sciences, the social sciences, and the formal sciences
What are applied sciences and give examples?
Disciplines that use scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as engineering and medicine
When did the earliest identifiable predecessors to modern science appear in written records?
Bronze Age Egypt and Mesopotamia (around 3000 to 1200 BCE)
During which historical period were further advancements, including the introduction of the Hindu–Arabic numeral system, made?
The Golden Age of India
What are the characteristics that define life?
The capacity for homeostasis, organisation, metabolism, growth, adaptation, response to stimuli, and reproduction.
Why do viruses make the definition of life difficult?
Viruses replicate only in host cells, blurring the distinction between living and non-living matter.
When did life originate?
At least 3.5 billion years ago.
What was Carl Linnaeus's contribution to the classification of living things?
Carl Linnaeus developed the system of binomial nomenclature in the 1740s.
What are extremophiles?
Extremophiles are organisms that inhabit harsh environments.
Test your knowledge of the major branches of modern science including natural sciences, social sciences, and formal sciences. Explore the divisions and key areas of study within each branch.
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