Unit 2 Quiz: Science & Innovation

Which of the following is an example of a recent scientific innovation?

• Steam engine

• Artificial intelligence

• Typewriter

• Horse-drawn carriage

What is the main purpose of renewable energy sources like solar and wind power?

• To increase electricity bills

• To reduce dependence on fossil fuels

• To eliminate all energy consumption

• To slow down technological development

What is one ethical concern related to artificial intelligence (AI)?

• AI can make human lives easier

• AI may take over repetitive tasks

• AI could replace human jobs and raise privacy issues

• AI has no ethical concerns

Which of the following is NOT a major benefit of biotechnology?

• Improved medical treatments

• Creation of genetically modified crops

• Increase in environmental pollution

• Development of new vaccines

What is one major impact of space exploration on society?

• It has no impact on daily life

• It helps in the development of new technologies like GPS

• It only benefits astronauts

• It decreases global communication

Scientific innovations always have only positive effects on society.

• True

• False

Self-driving cars are an example of artificial intelligence in transportation.

• True

• False

Renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power, can help reduce climate change.

• True

• False

All technological advancements are completely safe and do not require regulation.

• True

• False

Biotechnology is used only in agriculture and has no role in medicine.

• True

• False