Exploring the Branches of Science

What are the three main branches of science?

• Mathematical sciences, engineering sciences, health sciences

• Natural sciences, social sciences, formal sciences

• Physical sciences, environmental sciences, applied sciences

• Biological sciences, historical sciences, technical sciences

What is the focus of physical science?

• The study of non-living systems and the fundamental principles of the physical universe.

• The analysis of human behavior and social structures.

• The exploration of historical events and their impacts.

• The study of living organisms and their interactions.

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Which branch of science deals with the Earth's processes?

• Astronomy

• Geology

• Meteorology

• Earth Science

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Can you name a subfield of life science?

• Biology

• Geology

• Physics

• Chemistry

What type of science would include chemistry and physics?

• Physical Science

• Social Science

• Earth Science

• Biological Science

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Which branch of science would study weather patterns?

• Meteorology

• Botany

• Astronomy

• Geology

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What is the main focus of earth science?

• The main focus of earth science is to study the stars and planets.

• The main focus of earth science is to study the Earth and its processes.

• The main focus of earth science is to explore ancient civilizations.

• The main focus of earth science is to analyze human behavior.

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What is an example of a topic studied in life science?

• Mathematical Theorems

• Chemical Reactions

• Galaxies

• Ecosystems

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Which branch of science would you study to learn about rocks and minerals?

• Chemistry

• Biology

• Astronomy

• Geology

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What is the relationship between physical science and engineering?

• Engineering focuses solely on theoretical concepts.

• Physical science is the foundation for engineering, enabling the application of scientific principles to practical design and problem-solving.

• Physical science and engineering are unrelated fields.

• Engineering is a subset of physical science.

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