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What are the formal sciences and why is there disagreement about whether they are science disciplines?
Formal sciences study formal systems, governed by axioms and rules. There is disagreement about whether they are science disciplines because they do not rely on empirical evidence.
What are the three major branches of modern science?
The three major branches of modern science are natural sciences, social sciences, and formal sciences.
What are applied sciences and provide examples of disciplines within applied sciences?
Applied sciences are disciplines that use scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as in engineering and medicine.
When do the earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science date back to?
The earliest written records of identifiable predecessors to modern science date back to Bronze Age Egypt and Mesopotamia from around 3000 to 1200 BCE.
What contributions did Bronze Age Egypt and Mesopotamia make to modern science?
Bronze Age Egypt and Mesopotamia made contributions to mathematics, astronomy, and medicine, which entered and shaped the Greek natural philosophy of classical antiquity.
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