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Which discipline is mentioned as having challenges in applying the scientific method due to the difficulty of repeating experiments?
Which discipline is mentioned as having challenges in applying the scientific method due to the difficulty of repeating experiments?
- Chemistry
- Archaeology (correct)
- Physics
- Biology
The scientific method can be universally applied to all disciplines in science.
The scientific method can be universally applied to all disciplines in science.
False (B)
What is a verified theory?
What is a verified theory?
A tested and confirmed explanation for observations or phenomena.
An archaeologist may hypothesize about an ancient culture based on finding a piece of __________.
An archaeologist may hypothesize about an ancient culture based on finding a piece of __________.
Match the following disciplines with their characteristics regarding the scientific method:
Match the following disciplines with their characteristics regarding the scientific method:
Which of the following best describes the primary focus of biology?
Which of the following best describes the primary focus of biology?
The scientific method is solely concerned with qualitative research and ignores quantitative approaches.
The scientific method is solely concerned with qualitative research and ignores quantitative approaches.
What is a hypothesis in scientific research?
What is a hypothesis in scientific research?
The scientific method includes steps such as experimentation, careful observation, and testing of ______.
The scientific method includes steps such as experimentation, careful observation, and testing of ______.
Match the following biological topics with their corresponding areas of study:
Match the following biological topics with their corresponding areas of study:
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Study Notes
Overview of Biology
- Biology is the study of life, spanning a vast range of topics.
- Biologists research everything from cellular structures to entire ecosystems.
Relevance in Daily Life
- Current events often highlight biological issues, such as:
- Escherichia coli outbreaks in spinach.
- Salmonella contamination in peanut butter.
- Research focuses on finding treatments for diseases like AIDS, Alzheimer’s, and cancer.
Global Challenges
- Biologists work on environmental protection, climate change mitigation, and solving ecological issues.
Understanding Science
- Science derives from the Latin term "scientia," meaning knowledge.
- Defined as acquiring knowledge about general truths or laws through the scientific method.
The Scientific Method
- Involves defined steps, including:
- Conducting experiments.
- Making careful observations.
- Central to this method is the testing of hypotheses through repeatable experiments.
Hypotheses and Theories
- A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for an observed event, subject to testing.
- Successful hypotheses can evolve into theories—validated explanations for observations.
Applicability of the Scientific Method
- While applicable in fields like physics and chemistry, its use in disciplines like archaeology, psychology, and geology can be challenging due to repeatability issues.
- Archaeologists can support hypotheses with findings, like artifacts, even without repeatable experiments.
Defining Science
- Best conceptualized as various fields of study that seek to understand the universe's nature.
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