Lesson 1

Question 1

An organized body of knowledge based on facts, gathered through observations, experiments, and experiences.

Also serve as a basis of developing technology for the benefit of man and environment.

A method of obtaining knowledge through the use of scientific method.

Answer 1

Science

Question 2

It originated from the Latin term “__?__” which means knowledge.

Answer 2

Scientia

Question 3

Limitations of Science

Answer 3

> Science can’t answer questions about value.
It can’t answer questions of morality.
Supernatural events can’t be explained by science.

Question 4

Branches of Science

Answer 4

1. Social Science
2. Applied Science
3. Natural Science

Question 5

concerned with the society and the relationships among the individuals within the society.

Answer 5

Social Science

Question 6

is a discipline of science that applies existing scientific knowledge to develop more practical applications, like technology or inventions.

Answer 6

Applied Science

Question 7

branch of science concerned with the description, prediction, and understanding of natural phenomena, based on observational and empirical evidence.

Answer 7

Natural Science

Question 8

Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Meteorology, Metallurgy, Etc.

Answer 8

Physical Science

Question 9

A set of techniques used by the scientific community to investigate natural phenomena.

Answer 9

Scientific Method

Question 10

Modern Technology and the Greatest Inventions:

Answer 10

Information Technology- television, internet, satellite, GPS, mobile phones

Communication Technology- dvd’s, photographs, printed and electronic magazines or tabloids

Biotechnology and Agricultural Technology- produce new forms of life and produce food, fiber and fuel

Medical Technology- laser, protheses, ultrasounds

Environmental Technology- hybrid vehicles

Production Technology-
manufacture physical goods

Materials Technology- mosquito repellent clothing, artificial skin grafts

Transportation Technology- anything that moves from one place to another

Energy and Power Technology- anything that enables everything to work and function

Nanotechnology- sensors, nanobots, and molecular manufacturing

Question 11

> Refer to groups of people who interact with each other using the same technology.

> It determines, within the limit of invention, what technology it wants to have.

Answer 11

Society

Question 12

It is an interdisciplinary course that engages the students to confront the realities brought about by science and technology in society, with all its socio-political, cultural, economic, and philosophical underpinnings at play.

Answer 12

Science, Technology, And Society

Question 13

In ancient times, people were concerned of the following:

Answer 13

1. Transportation and Navigation
2. Communication