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?

Technology applies scientific knowledge (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which activity characterizes science?

Building and organizing knowledge (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of technology?

Applying scientific knowledge to solve problems (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Science, Technology and Society?

To study how society affects technological innovation (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

It shows images from the past (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Technology?

Application of understanding of natural laws to practical problems (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

Studying past events through observation (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

Affecting how research is conducted and innovation is implemented (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Analyzing how scientific advancements interact with society, politics, and culture (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

To advance scientific knowledge despite inaccuracies (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

To prepare students to critically analyze and reflect on the impact of science and technology (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

Society is absolutely dependent on S&T (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

By paying attention to interactions with social, political, and economic aspects of human life (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between Science and Technology?

Technology serves as a direct source of ideas for new knowledge in science (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

Their interactions with social, political, and economic aspects become more necessary to observe (D) Signup and view all the answers