Understanding Science and Its Methods

How would you define ‘science’?

• Knowledge attained through study or practice

• A systematic and logical approach to discovering and understanding the natural world

• A process of observation, experimentation, and analysis that seeks to explain how things work/natural phenomena

What is the first step in the Scientific Method?

• Hypothesis

• Observation

• Experimentation

• Analysis

What is the role of a hypothesis in scientific research?

• To formulate a testable explanation for the observation

• To analyze the experimental data

• To draw conclusions about the hypothesis

What is the purpose of experimentation in science?

• To gather evidence that supports or refutes hypotheses

• To make predictions based on the hypothesis

• To analyze results

What is the importance of skepticism in science?

• It helps scientists to critically evaluate evidence

• It encourages curiosity

• It promotes open-mindedness

What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

• Equipment worn to minimize exposure to serious workplace injuries and illness

• Tools used in scientific laboratories

• Safety protocols to follow in the lab

What is the function of measuring instruments in a laboratory?

• To measure temperature and mass

• To conduct experiments

• To analyze results

What is the significance of collaboration in scientific research?

• Enhances creativity

• Increases efficiency

• Improves quality of research

What is the role of honesty in scientific research?

• Expected in reporting results

• Important for collaboration

• Necessary for safety protocols

What is the impact of advances in biotechnology?

• Revolutionized medicine and agriculture

• Increased skepticism in science

• Improved safety protocols