N.2.1 - What is Science?

What is the definition of science?

• Science is a form of magic.

• Science is a conspiracy theory.

• Science is a belief system without evidence.

• Science is a systematic enterprise that builds and organizes knowledge in the form of testable explanations and predictions about the universe.

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Explain the difference between science and pseudoscience.

• Science and pseudoscience both rely on faith and belief.

• Science relies on evidence and rigorous testing, while pseudoscience lacks empirical evidence and scientific validation.

• Science and pseudoscience are interchangeable terms.

• Science is based on intuition, while pseudoscience relies on empirical evidence.

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Why is empirical evidence important in science?

• Empirical evidence is crucial in science as it provides the foundation for testing and validating scientific theories.

• Empirical evidence is irrelevant in science as it is based on assumptions

• Empirical evidence is only used in pseudoscience, not real science

• Empirical evidence is unnecessary in science as intuition is more reliable

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Give an example of a pseudoscientific belief.

• Phrenology

• Alchemy

• Astrology

• Crystal Healing

Why is reproducibility crucial in scientific experiments?

• Reproducibility ensures that experiments are always successful

• Reproducibility is crucial in scientific experiments to ensure the validity and reliability of results.

• Reproducibility is unnecessary and adds unnecessary complexity

• Reproducibility leads to biased results

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Discuss the role of peer review in the scientific process.

• Peer review slows down the dissemination of scientific findings

• Peer review is biased and unreliable

• Peer review helps maintain the integrity and credibility of scientific research.

• Peer review is not necessary in the scientific process