Science & Technology Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between science & technology?
A
Science is the acquisition of knowledge whereas technology is the purposeful application of science through tools/techniques.
2
Q
What is the importance of science to society?
A
- Global problem solving
- Medicine/Vaccine Creation
- Job creation
- Societal advancement
- Education & Personal Growth
3
Q
What are some disadvantages of science?
A
- May cause loss of life
- May lead to development of weapons
- Scientific fraud
4
Q
What is the importance of technology to society?
A
- Makes life easier
- Creates new machines/tools
- Helps develop society
5
Q
What are some disadvantages of technology?
A
- Cybersecurity crimes
- Bio-warfare
- Cyberbullying
- A.I causing job shortages
Take Einstein’s E=MC2 model. He developed this science to help with energy creation hoping for some good to come out of it however the atomic bomb was created. So although science is good and can help society it also creates destructive things that can potentially hurt us.
