science ch.1.1 Flashcards
What is science?
Science is the study of phenomena and events in nature through systematic observation and experimentation
Who studied the force of gravity
Isaac Newton
The six branches of science
Physics,Biology,Chemistry,Geology,Atronomy,Medicine
What did Louis Pasteur a French Scientist discover that make wine turns sour?and what can that cause?which led him to invent what?
microorganisms, diseases, vaccines
Inventions examples
Aeroplane,light bulb, computer,phones,wifi
discoveries examples
wind, birds
Who invented optical fibres , and what branch of science is that?
Charles Kao , Physics
Who proposed the theory of evolution?and what branch of science is that?
Charles Darwin ,Biology
Who discovered artemisia that treats malaria?and what branch of science is that?
Youyo Tu, Medicine
Who developed early theory of radioactivity?and what branch of science is that?
Marie Curie ,Chemistry
who developed the theory of relativity ,which helps us understand the Universe? and what branch of science is that?
Albert Einstein ,Physics
Pros and Cons of Nuclear technology
pro: Produce Electricity cons: nuclear weapons can kill people
Pros and Cons of plastics
Pro: Brings us convenience Con: pollution to our environment
Scientific _______ and ______ have greatly improved our _____ of _____.However they can also ___________________.
discoveries , inventions , quality , life , cause harm if not used properly
examples of Natural resources
water , living things , fossil fuels , air , metal ores