9 Questions
Which branch of science studies individuals and societies?
Social sciences
What distinguishes the formal sciences from other science disciplines?
They study formal systems governed by axioms and rules
Which historical period saw the introduction of the Hindu–Arabic numeral system?
Golden Age of India
What characterizes applied sciences?
They use scientific knowledge for practical purposes
What are the three major branches of modern science?
The three major branches of modern science are natural sciences, social sciences, and formal sciences.
What disciplines are included in the natural sciences?
Disciplines such as physics, chemistry, and biology are included in the natural sciences.
What are applied sciences and give examples of disciplines within this category?
Applied sciences are disciplines that use scientific knowledge for practical purposes. Examples include engineering and medicine.
When did the earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science date back to?
The earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science date back to Bronze Age Egypt and Mesopotamia from around 3000 to 1200 BCE.
What were the contributions of Bronze Age Egypt and Mesopotamia to modern science?
Their contributions to mathematics, astronomy, and medicine entered and shaped the Greek natural philosophy of classical antiquity.
Test your knowledge about the major branches of modern science, including natural sciences, social sciences, and formal sciences. Learn about physics, chemistry, biology, economics, psychology, sociology, logic, mathematics, and theoretical computer science.
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