Nature of Science Lesson 2: Science and Society Guided Notes

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Who was Louis Pasteur?

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A French scientist who designed and carried out controlled experiments to support the theory that disease was caused by microorganisms.

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What did Galileo construct to view celestial bodies?

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A telescope.

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What are trade-offs in engineering?

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A situation where you must choose between two things, giving up one in exchange for the other.

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What did Dr. Begay study?

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Thermonuclear fusion.

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Why do different cells perform different functions in an organism?

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Because they are specialized to carry out specific tasks.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, which can be tested through experimentation.

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What is the role of a scientist in society?

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To conduct research, develop new technologies, and provide evidence-based solutions to societal problems.

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What is the difference between a theory and a law in science?

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A theory explains why something happens, while a law describes what happens under certain conditions.

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What is an experiment?

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A procedure carried out to support, refute, or validate a hypothesis.