Chapter 1: The Wonderful World of Science

The word Science comes from the Latin word meaning:

• Knowledge

• Light

• Power

• Nature

The main purpose of science is to:

• Make money

• Understand nature and its laws

• Memorize facts

• Do only experiments

Which quality is most important for a scientist?

• Laziness

• Curiosity

• Carelessness

• Anger

Which of the following is NOT a branch of science?

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Biology

• Astrology

The branch of science that studies living things is:

• Chemistry

• Physics

• Biology

• Astronomy

The study of stars and planets is called:

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Astronomy

• Biology

The study of matter and reactions is:

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Biology

• Mathematics

Who is known as the Father of Modern Science?

• Galileo Galilei

• Newton

• Einstein

• Aristotle

Which of these is a scientific invention?

• Printing press

• Wheel

• Telephone

• All of these

Which of these is NOT a scientific instrument?

• Microscope

• Telescope

• Calculator

• Paint brush