Science, Technology, and Society Textbook Quiz

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What is the meaning of eudaimonia?

Good-spirited

Name three of the main intellectual revolutions discussed in the text.

Copernicus, Darwin, Freud

What is the main argument of the Verification Theory?

The theory states that a discipline is science if it can be confirmed or interpreted in the event of an alternative hypothesis being accepted.

According to Aristotle, what is the ultimate goal of all human actions?

Happiness Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the views of human flourishing in Western and Eastern civilizations?

Western civilization tends to be more focused on the individual, while those from the East are more community-centric. Signup and view all the answers

What three key concepts are central to understanding the relationship between science, technology, and human flourishing?

Method, Results, Social Endeavor Signup and view all the answers

According to the author, what is the key difference between science and technology?

Science is a tool for achieving technology, which in turn is a human activity that we excel in as a result of achieving science. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main issues identified by the World Health Organization in the International public debate on GMOs?

Allergic Reactions, Gene Transfer/Flow, Outcrossing Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between somatic gene therapy and germ-line gene therapy?

Somatic gene therapy involves the manipulation of genes in cells, while germ-line gene therapy involves the genetic modification of germ cells. Signup and view all the answers

What is the major threat to biodiversity that is identified by experts?

Habitat Loss and Destruction Signup and view all the answers

What are the five major threats to biodiversity according to the United Nations Environment Programme?

Habitat loss and destruction, alterations in ecosystem composition, over-exploitation, pollution and contamination, and global climate change Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main categories of nanomaterials?

Bottom-up fabrication and top-down fabrication Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the main concerns about the use of nanotechnology?

High reactivity and toxicity, pervasive distribution in the environment, no nano-specific EPA regulation Signup and view all the answers

What are the four main categories of GMOs used in agriculture?

Pest resistance, virus resistance, herbicide tolerance, and fortification Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the views of proponents and opponents of GMOs?

Proponents focus on the success stories and benefits of GMOs, while opponents are concerned about the long-term effects to humans and the environment. Signup and view all the answers

What are three key events in the history of GMO technologies?

The creation of an antibiotic-resistant E. coli bacteria in 1973, the gene editing of Bt Corn in the 1990s, and the development of Humulin, a genetically engineered insulin in the 1970s. Signup and view all the answers

Name some of the potential benefits of GMOs.

Higher efficiency in farming, increase in harvest, control in fertility, increase in food processing, improvement of desirable characteristics, and nutritional and pharmaceutical enhancement Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main causes of climate change discussed in the text?

Volcanic eruptions, orbital changes, and human activities Signup and view all the answers

What are the three key elements of Earth-Sun geometry that are affected by orbital variations?

Eccentricity, obliquity, and precession Signup and view all the answers

What is the major contributor to global climate change according to the author?

Human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the major consequences of climate change?

Melting glaciers, rising sea levels, ecosystem disruptions, increased deaths from malnutrition and heat stress, spreading diseases, and changes in weather patterns Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the major ethical dilemmas related to the use of technology and climate change?

Balancing benefits and risks, the rights of individuals vs. the good of society, protecting vulnerable subpopulations, and ensuring ethical research practices Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The document is a textbook on Science, Technology, and Society.
It covers various chapters and lessons, including preface, contents, and an index.
The authors are Janice Patria Javier Serafica, Greg Tabios Pawilen, Bernardo Nicolas Caslib, Jr., and Eden Joy Pastor Alata.
It is published by REX Book Store.
The textbook includes information about intellectual revolutions, the human condition, specific issues in science, technology, and society, nation building, indigenous science, and more.

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Test your understanding of concepts from the Science, Technology, and Society textbook. The quiz covers various chapters, including intellectual revolutions and issues related to nation building and indigenous science. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their knowledge of the subject.