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What is one of the most important values for scientists?
What is one of the most important values for scientists?
- Novelty
- Accuracy (correct)
- Precision
- Uniqueness
How do scientists reduce bias in their research?
How do scientists reduce bias in their research?
- By using peer review
- By using control experiments
- By using random samples
- By using statistical analysis (correct)
What is the main reason why evangelical churches do not accept Evolutionary Theory?
What is the main reason why evangelical churches do not accept Evolutionary Theory?
- Lack of scientific evidence
- Lack of acceptance by the scientific community
- Lack of religious belief (correct)
- Lack of ethical standards
What is the purpose of peer review?
What is the purpose of peer review?
What is the main focus of bioethics?
What is the main focus of bioethics?
What are some of the ethical concerns surrounding genetic testing?
What are some of the ethical concerns surrounding genetic testing?
What are some of the ethical concerns surrounding nuclear weapons?
What are some of the ethical concerns surrounding nuclear weapons?
What is one of the effects of science and technology on humanity?
What is one of the effects of science and technology on humanity?
What is the main goal of scientists?
What is the main goal of scientists?
What is the main purpose of control experiments?
What is the main purpose of control experiments?
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Study Notes
- Scientists value reliability, accuracy, precision and novelty in their research.
- Scientists often use control experiments and techniques based on random samples and statistical analysis to reduce bias and increase reliability.
- The lack of acceptance of Evolutionary Theory by evangelical churches is about religion rather than science.
- Scientists routinely make use of peer review to ensure the accuracy, reliability and repeatability of their research.
- Scientists are committed to upholding ethical standards in their research.
- Science and technology have both good and bad effects on humanity, depending on the context.
- The discipline of bioethics has been developed to deal with the ethical implications of biological research.
- Some of the main ethical concerns around genetic testing, stem cell research, and GMO crops are the creation, treatment, and destruction of embryos, the impact on farmers in less developed countries, and the potential impacts on the environment.
- There are also ethical concerns about nuclear weapons, although these are complex issues that need further consideration.
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