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Which branch of science studies the physical world?
Which science disciplines do not rely on empirical evidence?
Which disciplines use scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as in engineering and medicine?
What is the earliest historical record of identifiable predecessors to modern science?
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Which branch of science studies individuals and societies?
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Which branch of science studies individuals and societies?
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Which discipline uses scientific knowledge for practical purposes like engineering and medicine?
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Which of the following is a formal science that studies formal systems governed by axioms and rules?
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Which sciences are typically divided into three major branches as mentioned in the text?
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Why is there disagreement about whether the formal sciences are science disciplines?
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Study Notes
Branches of Science
- The physical sciences study the physical world, which includes physics, chemistry, astronomy, and earth sciences.
Science Disciplines
- Formal sciences, such as logic, mathematics, and computer science, do not rely on empirical evidence and are based on axioms and rules.
- Applied sciences, including engineering and medicine, use scientific knowledge for practical purposes.
Historical Record of Science
- The earliest historical record of identifiable predecessors to modern science dates back to ancient Mesopotamia, around 2000 BCE.
Social Sciences
- The social sciences study individuals and societies, including psychology, sociology, anthropology, and economics.
Applied Sciences
- Engineering and medicine are examples of disciplines that use scientific knowledge for practical purposes.
Formal Sciences
- Formal sciences, including logic, mathematics, and computer science, study formal systems governed by axioms and rules.
Classification of Sciences
- The sciences are typically divided into three major branches: natural sciences, social sciences, and formal sciences.
Debate about Formal Sciences
- There is disagreement about whether the formal sciences are science disciplines because they do not rely on empirical evidence and are based on axioms and rules.
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Test your knowledge of the diverse branches of science with this quiz covering natural sciences, social sciences, and more. Challenge yourself with questions about physics, chemistry, biology, economics, psychology, and sociology.
