What is Science? - Solving Problems and the Scientific Method
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What does the Latin word 'scientia' refer to?

  • Cunning of hand
  • Observation and experimentation
  • Art and skill
  • Knowledge (correct)

    • How is technology defined based on its Greek root word?

  • Exploring the universe
  • Inventing new concepts
  • Based on observation and experimentation
  • Solving real-world problems (correct)

    • What is the primary focus of science and technology in society?

  • Preserving traditional methods
  • Solving real-world problems (correct)
  • Enhancing communication
  • Exploring historical events

    • What is the relationship between science and technology?

    <p>Technology applies scientific knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity characterizes science?

    <p>Building and organizing knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of technology?

    <p>Applying scientific knowledge to solve problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Science, Technology and Society?

    <p>To study how society affects technological innovation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does looking at far-away objects in space relate to time?

    <p>It shows images from the past</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes Technology?

    <p>Application of understanding of natural laws to practical problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Science and Technology, what is meant by 'seeing back in time'?

    <p>Studying past events through observation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Society's influence on scientific research and technological innovation refer to?

    <p>Affecting how research is conducted and innovation is implemented</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Science, Technology and Society as a field of study?

    <p>Analyzing how scientific advancements interact with society, politics, and culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do scientists continue to rely on models and theories which they know are at least partially inaccurate?

    <p>To advance scientific knowledge despite inaccuracies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the academic field of Science and Technology Studies (STS)?

    <p>To prepare students to critically analyze and reflect on the impact of science and technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does society depend on Science and Technology (S&T) according to the text?

    <p>Society is absolutely dependent on S&amp;T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Brooks (1994), how should problems in Science and Technology be addressed?

    <p>By paying attention to interactions with social, political, and economic aspects of human life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between Science and Technology?

    <p>Technology serves as a direct source of ideas for new knowledge in science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do problems in Science and Technology become more observable and felt according to the text?

    <p>Their interactions with social, political, and economic aspects become more necessary to observe</p> Signup and view all the answers

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