Module 1 Flashcards
What does the latin word “scientia” mean?
knowledge
It is acquiring knowledge based on scientifc and systematic method.
Science
It is the process used to solve problems or develop an understanding.
Science
Enumerate the scientific method.
Observation, Question, Hypothesis, Experiment, Analysis, and Conclusion
It is a Greek word that means art, craft, or skill.
techne
It is a Greek word that means to speak of or to imply the practical application of techne.
logos
What does the Greek word “techne” mean?
art, crafts, or skills
What does the Greek word “logos” mean?
to speak of or to imply the application of techne
It refers to the method, systems, and devices.
Technology
Technology refers to _____, _______, and ________.
methods, systems, and devices
It is the scientific knowledge for practical purposes.
Technology
It is the human attempt to change the world by making products and making people’s lives easier.
Technology
What does the Latin word “societas” mean?
friendly association with others
It is a Latin word which means “a friendly association with other”
societas
It is a large group of people who lived together.
Society
Enumerate the things that describes society.
Organized way
Making decisions
Sharing the work
Common interest
May have distinctive cultures and institutions
It is the use or application of scientific knowledge for a goal or specific purpose.
Technology
How do science and technology interact?
Science drives technology by making new technology possible through scientifc breakthroughs
Engineers focus on science to develop products. (True or False)
True
They focus on science to develop products
Engineers
With technology, some science experiments would not be possible. (True or False)
False
Without science, technology could not proceed. (True or False)
True
The very questions that scientists ask are not shaped by the available technology. (True or False)
False
What do Science, Technology, and Society aims to accomplish?
make a better world
