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What is the primary purpose of technology?
What is the primary purpose of technology?
Engineering is one of the main branches of technology.
Engineering is one of the main branches of technology.
True
What do technologists primarily do?
What do technologists primarily do?
They use raw materials to build and create new products.
A technologist builds _______ and satellites.
A technologist builds _______ and satellites.
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Match the following roles with their primary functions:
Match the following roles with their primary functions:
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Which of the following is considered a field of science?
Which of the following is considered a field of science?
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Technology is solely focused on scientific research.
Technology is solely focused on scientific research.
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Name one area in technology.
Name one area in technology.
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The application of scientific findings to solve practical problems is known as __________.
The application of scientific findings to solve practical problems is known as __________.
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Match the following scientists with their respective fields of science:
Match the following scientists with their respective fields of science:
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Study Notes
What is Technology?
- Technology is the practical application of science to solve problems and improve quality of life
- The word "technology" comes from the Greek word "techne," meaning "art" or "skill"
Main Branches of Technology
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Engineering: Engineers design and build structures (buildings, bridges), create materials, develop food production processes, and create tools. Electronic engineers also build and program computers and robots.
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Inventing: Inventors create new, useful items to help people.
What Does a Technologist Do?
- Technologists use raw materials to build things like bridges and tunnels
- They build and launch rockets and satellites.
- They develop new plant and animal kinds.
- They create nuclear power stations.
- They use living things to make new products.
Technologists at Work
- Biotechnologists work in areas like plant and animal research and development
- Chemical and Industrial Engineers work in industrial settings, dealing with processes and production.
How Does a Technologist Use Science?
- Technologists use scientific principles to design, create and build things like boats, vehicles, and factories
- They develop new products and improve manufacturing techniques
- They create new materials and inventions with specific properties
Scientists and Technologists Working Together
- Video Cameras: Scientists explain how light travels and is bent by lenses. Technologists build the physical camera.
- Boats: Scientists study how materials float and the properties of paints. Technologists design and construct the boats, applying the scientific knowledge.
- Cement: Scientists study rocks and how cement behaves. Technologists use the cement to make blocks for construction.
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Description
This quiz explores the definition of technology, its main branches, and the roles of technologists. Learn about engineering, inventing, and the practical applications of science in various fields. Discover how technologists contribute to advancements in society.
