6 Questions
Which of the following best describes the term 'science'?
The study of the natural world and the laws governing it
What is the main focus of science?
Understanding the natural world
Which of the following is NOT a branch of science?
Psychology
ما هي تعريف العلوم؟
العلوم هي دراسة الكون وكل ما فيه
ما هي الأغراض الرئيسية للعلوم؟
تحسين الحياة البشرية وفهم العالم من حولنا
ما هي الفروع الرئيسية للعلوم؟
الفيزياء، الكيمياء، الرياضيات فقط
Study Notes
Definition of Science
- Science refers to a systematic enterprise that builds and organizes knowledge in the form of testable explanations and predictions about the universe.
Focus of Science
- The main focus of science is to develop a body of knowledge and understanding about the natural world through observation, experimentation, and evidence-based reasoning.
Branches of Science
- The main branches of science include:
- Natural Sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics)
- Formal Sciences (e.g. mathematics, logic)
- Applied Sciences (e.g. engineering, medicine)
- Social Sciences (e.g. psychology, sociology)
Note
- Philosophy is NOT a branch of science, but rather a distinct field of study that deals with fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence.
Test your knowledge of science with this quiz! Explore the definition and main focus of science, and identify which branches do not fall under this field. Challenge your understanding and expand your scientific knowledge!
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