Society, Technology, and Invention Definitions

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Which term best describes a self-adjusting climate control system in a building?

  • Aerodynamic
  • Invention
  • Society
  • Automatic (correct)

A community establishes a program to recycle plastics. Which concept does this initiative primarily address?

  • Societal need (correct)
  • Invention
  • Technology
  • Aerodynamic

An engineer designs a new, more efficient turbine blade for wind energy production. What field is this engineer applying?

  • Aerodynamic (correct)
  • Automatic
  • Invention
  • Society

What is the most suitable term for a newly developed water purification system designed for use in areas with contaminated water sources?

<p>Invention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider a scenario where a group of people collaborate to build a community garden. What is the most relevant concept to describe this?

<p>Society (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following involves the application of scientific processes or industrial methods to benefit a community?

<p>Technology (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A new device is created, that uses sensors to self-drive a vehicle. Which term best classifies it?

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In what context the knowledge of airflow is most important to improve a vehicle performance?

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A public library offers free internet access and computer classes for community residents. Which purpose would be most accurate to describe this scenario?

<p>Societal need (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following concepts describes a group of individuals interacting together?

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Flashcards

Society

A group of individuals living as members of a community.

Societal Need

An item created to fulfill a requirement or improve conditions within a community.

Technology

A scientific or industrial process and/or item that helps society.

Invention

A product created to improve the way of life.

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Aerodynamic

Mechanics that deal with the motion of air and/or gases.

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Automatic

Having the ability to start, operate, and move independently.

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Study Notes

  • Society refers to a group of individuals living as members of a community.
  • Societal need is an item created to help a society.
  • Technology is a scientific or industrial process and/or item that helps society.
  • An invention is a product created to improve the way of life.
  • Aerodynamic pertains to mechanics dealing with the motion of air and/or gasses.
  • Automatic describes the ability to start, operate, and move independently.

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