Features of science Flashcards
1
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What are the 5 Key features of science?
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OBJECTIVITY EMPIRICISM REPLICABILITY RATIONAL SYSTEMATIC
2
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OBJECTIVITY
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views based on observable phenomena that can be verified by measurements and not personal opinion or prejudices. It is based on empiricism.
3
Q
EMPIRICISM
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providing evidence by gaining information through direct observation rather
than by reasoned argument or unfounded belief.
4
Q
REPLICABILITY
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the ability for procedures and findings to be reproduced or repeated.
5
Q
RATIONAL
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based on reason and logic.
6
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SYSTEMATIC
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gathers information systematically and unbiased
