Exploring the Distinctions Between Science and Technology

Exploring the Distinctions Between Science and Technology

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Interactive Video

Computers

7th Grade

Medium

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Sophia Harris

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The video explores the differences between science and technology, highlighting their distinct objectives, methodologies, and end results. Science aims to explain natural phenomena using the scientific method, while technology focuses on solving problems and creating useful objects. The video also discusses how scientific knowledge aids technological advancements and vice versa, emphasizing their interdependence.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of science?

To solve practical problems

To explain how the world works

To design and create objects

To make predictions about future technology

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motivates scientists in their work?

Creating new technologies

Explaining natural phenomena

Building useful objects

Improving quality of life

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does technology primarily differ from science in its goals?

Technology aims to explain natural phenomena

Technology is concerned with theoretical knowledge

Technology seeks to publish laws and theories

Technology focuses on solving problems

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method do scientists use to test their hypotheses?

Trial and error

Engineering design process

Scientific method

Technological process

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why can't technology rely solely on hypotheses?

Because it focuses on theoretical knowledge

Because it must ensure designs are functional before building

Because it aims to explain rather than create

Because it does not use scientific knowledge

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key difference in the methodology between science and technology?

Technology relies on the scientific method

Science uses the technological process

There is no difference in methodology

Science is based on experimentation, technology on practical application

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the technological process ensure before building a design?

That it is aesthetically pleasing

That it will be published in scientific journals

That it is functional and safe

That it is based on a hypothesis

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