Science & Technologies & Society Flashcards
_________________ facilitate greater understanding of the elements that allow the continuity of human life.
Science and technology
Science and technology have produced immense inventions beginning from ________________
Scientific Revolution.
SCIENCE is a concept, which originated from the Latin concept _______ that means ‘knowledge’.
‘scientia’
The systematic study of the structure and behavior of the natural and physical world, or knowledge obtained about the world by watching it carefully and experimenting (Cambridge English Dictionary)
SCIENCE
It is a system of knowledge covering general truth or the operation of general laws especially as obtained and tested through scientific method (Merriam Webster)
SCIENCE
A branch of systematized knowledge or study dealing with a body of facts or truths systematically arranged and showing the operation of general laws through observations and experimentation (explorable.com)
SCIENCE
The 4 Nature of Science
- Science is subject to change as new evidences are found;
- Science is derived on the observation of the natural world;
- Science is creative;
- Science is based on theoretical findings.
The Purpose of Science
- Science builds knowledge for the purpose of application and greater understanding;
- Science seeks ways to solve existing problems confronting human life;
- Science helps in the development of technology;
- Science delves on current facts to construct new explanations to existing realities.
__________ came from the Greek term ‘Techne’ which means art or skill.
Technology
This term also refers to ‘logia’ which is the totality of skills, techniques and methods needed to produce goods and services for the consumption of living beings.
TECHNOLOGY
___________ refers to the tools and techniques needed to control and manipulate the environment and uplift human conditions became the fundamental basis for the development of technology in varied societies and culture across time and space. These basically are for the benefit of human life and existence.
Technology
______________ is a result of the new-found knowledge being applied to engineering or the creation of ways to simplify and hasten human activities. Such may be exemplified by the development of tools and machines essential to assist man in the performance of daily tasks.
Technology
___________ creates a more meaningful life by harnessing the abundant resources that our environment has.
Technology
It is a body of knowledge that focuses on the development of tools out of available resources.
TECHNOLOGY
Helps in the accomplishment of various tasks it becomes crucial to human life and survival.
TECHNOLOGY
Technology has the purpose of improving the environment so that ________________________________________________
resources may be sustained for future generations.
Technology _____________________ for daily survival. It provides help in our day to day by simplifying most of our tasks which allows saving time, effort and resources.
simplifies human activities
Technology empower communities through the promotion of __________________________
civic awareness and engagement.
Technology facilitates _______ and _______ as it creates a higher and improved standard of living.
growth and innovation
the aggregate of people living together in a more or less ordered community.
SOCIETY
organization or club formed for a particular purpose or activity.
SOCIETY
the sum total of our interactions as humans
SOCIETY
a group of individuals
SOCIETY
Initially it took us around ________ years to learn to cultivate the land and benefit from its fruit
12,000
Around _______ years ago, the wheel was created to facilitate transfer of materials and people from one area to another in quicker and easier method.
4,000
Some ________ years ago, humans used stone for hunting and protection. But most of these stone stools were crude until around ______ BC that the first metal was found and used to create more tools.
50,000
6,000
Around __________ years ago, humans have learned to control fire after much trial and error. Inability to control fire means darkness, cold, and terrifying environment especially during night time.
125,000
It was ______ BC that the ability to write and record individual and experiences through pictures was developed.
3,000
________ became very important work and skill in history especially when paper was invented in China.
Record keeping
Between ___ AND ___ BC, the Chinese had developed the compass, a navigational device that helped in human exploration. This increased sea trade and contributing to the Age of Discovery.
300 and 200
Gunpowder, a chemical explosive invented in China in the ___ century, has been a major factor in military technology.
9th
________________ have embarked in scientific activities in order to know and understand everything around them.
Human beings
Studied the _____AND _____ world in order to find meanings and seek answers to many questions
natural and the physical
Humans also used ______ to rationalize the origin of life and the lifeless forms
religion
the period of enlightenment when the developments in the fields of mathematics, physics, astronomy, biology, and chemistry transformed the views of society in nature
SCIENTIFIC REVOLUTION
It explained the emergence or birth of modern science as a result of these developments
SCIENTIFIC REVOLUTION
The ideas generated during this period enable the people to reflect, rethink and reexamine their beliefs and their way of life
SCIENTIFIC REVOLUTION
refers to the resurrection of modern-day science
SCIENTIFIC REVOLUTION
_____________ was the golden age for people committed to scholarly life in science but it was also a deeply trying moment to some scientific individuals that led to their painful death or condemnation from the religious institutions who tried to preserve their faith, religion and theological views
SCIENTIFIC REVOLUTION
Some ____ AND ________ did not accept many of the early works of scientists
rulers and religious leaders
Scientists in all periods of time are driven by their _______, _______ AND _______ to explore the physical and natural world.
curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity
Their love for science is driven by their deep passion to ________ AND _______
know and to discover
_______ are not after for the honor and publicity
Scientists
They are ordinary people doing extraordinary things
Scientists
Some were not appreciated; sentenced to death while others condemned by the Church during their time
Scientists
They never stopped experimenting, theorizing, and discovering new knowledge and ideas
Scientists
THREE NOBLE SCIENTISTS
NICOLAUS COPERNICUS
CHARLES DARWIN
SIGMUND FREUD
His ideas were an example of what is presently called as thought experiment
NICOLAUS COPERNICUS
Developed a model of the universe in which everything moved
around a single center at unvarying rates
NICOLAUS COPERNICUS
He placed the sun in the center of the universe and all the planets
were surrounding or orbiting it; model of planets orbiting around the Sun automatically
positioned the planets into a logical sequence.
NICOLAUS COPERNICUS
Heliocentric theory
NICOLAUS COPERNICUS
His theory of evolution by natural selection is very useful in many fields until now
CHARLES DARWIN
His book The Descent of Man was so impressive yet controversial
CHARLES DARWIN
He introduces the idea of all organic life, including human beings, under the realm of evolutionary thinking. This replace the views of a religious or biblical design that places human beings in a privileged position of having been created by God
CHARLES DARWIN
__________ is the process through which populations of living organismsadaptand change.
Natural selection
Developed the idea of psychoanalysis that helped in understanding human behavior especially neurological conditions
SIGMUND FREUD
psychoanalytictheoryof personality argues that human behavior is the result of the interactions among three component parts of the mind: the id, ego, and superego.
SIGMUND FREUD
_____________ includes the entire area of Central America from Southern Mexico up to the border of South America
Mesoamerica
_________________
is one of the famous civilizations that lasted for approximately 2,000 years
Maya civilization
people are known for their works in astronomy
Maya civilization
understanding about celestial bodies, as evidenced of their knowledge of predicting solar eclipse
Maya civilization
built hydraulics system with sophisticated waterways to supply water to different communities
Maya civilization
built looms of weaving cloth and rainbow of glittery paints from a mineral called mica
Maya civilization
first people to produce rubber products 3,000 years before Goodyear received its patent in 1844
Maya civilization
one of the most visually striking writing systems of the world
MAYA HIEROGLYPICH WRITING
- stone buildings that surmounted earthquakes and other disasters
- irrigation system and technique in storing water in their crops
Inca civilization
calendar with 12 months to mark their religious festivals and prepare for the planting season
Inca civilization
first suspension bridge
Inca civilization
a system of knotted ropes to keep records that only experts can interpret
QUIPU
since cloth was one was one of the specially prized artistic achievements
Inca textiles
Mandatory education
Aztec civilization
Chocolates –valued cacao beans
Aztec civilization
– prevent muscle spasm, relax muscles during surgery
Antispasmodic medication on Aztec civilization
for agricultural farming the land was divided into rectangular areas surrounded by canals
Chinampa Aztec technology
___________ enable to plan their activities, rituals, and planting season
Aztec calendar
– light narrow boat
canoe on Aztec civilization
is the biggest continent in the world and the home of many ancient civilizations
Asia
It is a host to many cultural, economic, scientific, and political activities of all ages
ASIA
In the field of science, technology and mathematics, great civilizations have stood out:
India, China, and the Middle East civilizations
They are known for manufacturing iron and in metallurgical works
INDIA
Also known in mathematics; tried to standardized measurement of length to a high degree of accuracy and designed ruler, the Mohenjodaro ruler
INDIA
__________ introduced a number of trigonometric functions, tables, and techniques as well as algorithms of algebra
Aryabhatiya IN INDIA
Known for traditional medicines; uses plants and animals to cure human illness; medical practice such as acupuncture
CHINA
Develop many tools; compass, papermaking, gunpowder (substance used in guns to propel the bullet), and printing tools
CHINA
Tools like iron plough, wheelbarrow, and propeller
CHINA
Models of bridges, first seismological detector, and developed a dry dock facility
CHINA
In the field of astronomy, made a significant records of supernovas, lunar and solar eclipses and comets which were carefully recorded and preserved to understand better the heavenly bodies and their effects to our world
CHINA
Dominantly occupied by Muslims
MIDDLE EAST COUNTRIES
________ placed greater value on science experiments rather than plain-thought experiments
Muslim scientists
A Muslim scientist named ____________ is also regarded as the Father of Optics, especially for his empirical proof of the intromission theory of light
Ibn al-Haytham
In mathematics, the mathematicians _________________ gave his name to the concept of the algorithm while the term algebra is derived from al-jabr
Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi
In particular, some scholars considered _____________ to be the Father of Chemistry
Jabir ibn Hayyan
is blessed with natural and mineral resources
AFRICA
______________ has contributed immensely and made a significant advance in the fields of astronomy, mathematics, and medicine
Ancient Egyptian civilization
The development of geometry was a product of necessity to preserve the layout and ownership of farmlands of the _________ living along the Nile River
Egyptians
_____ known as the center of alchemy; they tried to study human anatomy and pharmacology, and applied important components such as examination, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis for the treatment of disease
Egypt
Astronomy was also famous in the African region; Africans used three types of calendars: _____, ____, AND _____ or a combination of three
lunar, solar and stellar
__________AND _______ imported iron technology from the Near East region that enabled them to benefit to developments of Bronze age until the Iron age
North Africa and the Nile Valley
The history of science and technology in the Philippines started way back before the country gained its independence from the _____________
American colonizers
Before the coming of the ____________, the early inhabitants of the archipelago had their own culture and traditions; they their own beliefs and indigenous knowledge keeps them organized and sustain their lives
Spanish colonizers
Science in ________________, is embedded in the way of life of the people; the way they plant the crops to provide for their food; taking care for their animals to help them in their everyday task to provide food
pre Spanish Philippines
They use science in preparing the soil for agricultural; medicinal plants too. Technology used in building houses, irrigations and developing tools
PHILIPPINES
Developed tools for planting, hunting, cooking and fishing. Transportation land or water; musical instruments
PHILIPPINES
____________ have more influence in the development of science and technology
Americans
Established public education system, improved the engineering works and health condition
Americans
Established a modern research university, the University of the Philippines created more public hospitals
Americans
Transportation and communication system were improved.
Teaching science in school to improved and modernized the education
AMERICANS
_______ did everything to Americanize the Philippines
Americans
This demonstrates the use of mathematics as well as the standard systems of measurement as well as astronomy for the understanding of days and months relative to the movements of the moon.
Laguna Copperplate Inscription
The introduction of formal education promoted the study of religion, reading, writing, arithmetic and music.
Hispanic Philippines
The University of Santo Tomas was the earliest university established in 1611. Medicine is the priority course.
Hispanic Philippines
Engineering was also important course as several structures such as government buildings, Catholic churches, fortresses like ‘Intramuros’ and railroads became the focus during the more than three hundred years of Spanish rule of the Philippines.
Hispanic Philippines
