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Which branch of science studies the physical world?
Which branch of science studies the physical world?
- Applied sciences
- Formal sciences
- Natural sciences (correct)
- Social sciences
Which discipline uses scientific knowledge for practical purposes like engineering and medicine?
Which discipline uses scientific knowledge for practical purposes like engineering and medicine?
- Applied sciences (correct)
- Social sciences
- Natural sciences
- Formal sciences
Which science discipline studies formal systems, governed by axioms and rules?
Which science discipline studies formal systems, governed by axioms and rules?
- Social sciences
- Natural sciences
- Formal sciences (correct)
- Applied sciences
Which science disciplines do not rely on empirical evidence?
Which science disciplines do not rely on empirical evidence?
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Where do the earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science date to?
Where do the earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science date to?
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Study Notes
Branches of Science
- Physical Science studies the physical world, encompassing disciplines such as physics, chemistry, and astronomy.
- Applied Science applies scientific knowledge for practical purposes in fields like engineering and medicine, bridging theory and practice.
Formal Systems
- Mathematics is the discipline that studies formal systems, defined by axioms and rules, serving as a foundational tool for science.
Non-Empirical Disciplines
- Certain science disciplines, such as mathematics, logic, and some branches of theoretical physics, do not rely on empirical evidence but rather on abstract reasoning and theoretical constructs.
Historical Context
- The earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science date back to ancient civilizations, particularly in Mesopotamia and Egypt, where systematic observation and documentation of natural phenomena began.
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