Science
Science
Science (pronounced: /ˈsaɪəns/, from the Latin scientia, meaning "knowledge") is a systematic enterprise that builds and organizes knowledge in the form of testable explanations and predictions about the universe.
Etymology
The term "science" comes from the Latin word scientia, meaning "knowledge". It was first used in English in the 14th century, and its meaning has evolved over time. In modern usage, "science" most often refers to a way of pursuing knowledge, not only the knowledge itself.
Related Terms
- Scientific Method: A systematic approach to gathering knowledge about the universe, which often involves observing phenomena, formulating a hypothesis, testing that hypothesis, and drawing conclusions.
- Natural Science: A branch of science that deals with the physical world, including the fields of Physics, Chemistry, Earth Science, and Biology.
- Social Science: A branch of science that deals with human behavior and societies. This includes the fields of Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, and Economics.
- Formal Science: A branch of science that deals with formal systems, such as Mathematics, Logic, and Theoretical Computer Science.
- Applied Science: The application of scientific knowledge transferred into a physical environment. Examples include testing a theoretical model through the use of formal science or solving a practical problem through the use of natural science.
- Empirical Science: Empirical science is a scientific approach that emphasizes the use of empirical evidence in the formation and testing of a hypothesis.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Science
- Wikipedia's article - Science
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