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Which discipline does not rely on empirical evidence?
Which discipline does not rely on empirical evidence?
- Formal sciences (correct)
- Applied sciences
- Social sciences
- Natural sciences
Which branch of science studies the physical world?
Which branch of science studies the physical world?
- Formal sciences
- Applied sciences
- Social sciences
- Natural sciences (correct)
Which disciplines use scientific knowledge for practical purposes?
Which disciplines use scientific knowledge for practical purposes?
- Natural sciences
- Applied sciences (correct)
- Formal sciences
- Social sciences
Which historical period marks the earliest identifiable predecessors to modern science?
Which historical period marks the earliest identifiable predecessors to modern science?
Which branch of science studies individuals and societies?
Which branch of science studies individuals and societies?
Study Notes
Philosophy and Science
- Philosophy is the discipline that does not rely on empirical evidence.
Branches of Science
- Physical Science (or Natural Science) is the branch of science that studies the physical world.
Applied Sciences
- Engineering and Technology are the disciplines that use scientific knowledge for practical purposes.
History of Science
- The Ancient Greek period marks the earliest identifiable predecessors to modern science.
Social Sciences
- Social Science is the branch of science that studies individuals and societies.
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Test your knowledge of the diverse branches of science with this quiz. Explore questions on natural sciences like physics, chemistry, and biology, as well as the social sciences including economics, psychology, and sociology. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about the different fields of scientific study.
