Questions and Answers
Which word best describes science?
Knowledge
Which of the following is NOT a component of a scientific investigation?
Facts, concepts, and principles
What does the word 'technology' mean?
Art, craft, or skill
What is the main purpose of technology?
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What are the branches of science?
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Study Notes
Definition of Science and Technology
- Science can be best described as a systematic method of studying the structure and behavior of the physical and natural world through observation, experimentation, and evidence-based reasoning.
Components of a Scientific Investigation
- A scientific investigation typically involves making observations, formulating hypotheses, and testing these hypotheses through experiments and data analysis.
- A component that is NOT part of a scientific investigation is arbitrary guessing or assumption-making.
Definition of Technology
- The word 'technology' refers to the application of scientific knowledge and principles to create, improve, and maintain products, processes, and systems.
Purpose of Technology
- The main purpose of technology is to solve real-world problems, improve the quality of life, and make tasks more efficient and effective.
Branches of Science
- The main branches of science include natural sciences (physical sciences, biological sciences, earth and space sciences), formal sciences (mathematics, logic, computer science), and social sciences (psychology, sociology, anthropology).
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Test your knowledge of the scientific method and its components in this quiz. Learn about the process of conducting a scientific investigation and how it helps us understand the natural world.
