Introduction to science

Form 1 | Understanding that science is part of everyday life

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Circle the letter of the correct answer. 1. A. B. C. D. 2. A. B. C. D. 3. A. B. C. D. 4. A. B. C. D. 5. A. B. C. D. 6. A. B. C. D. 7. A. B. C. D. 8. A. B. C. D. 9. A. B. C. D. 10. A. B. C. D. Science is divided into various fields. Which of the following descriptions of the field is correct? Chemistry : The study of living things Geology : The study of weather and climate Astronomy : The study of rocks and mineral Physics : The study of interaction of matter and energy Name the career that involves in the study of plants. Biologist Botanist Physicist Veterinarian Which of the following is not a laboratory safety rule You should not play in the laboratory You can taste the chemicals in the laboratory Enter a science laboratory with teachers permission only All accidents What is science ? Study of living things on Earth Study of chemical reactions and actions Knowledge of natural phenomena and the environment Knowledge of earth and outer space Which of the following is considered not a natural phenomenon? Formation of rainbows Lightning and thunder Turtles returning to the sea after hatching Extinction of some plant species Which of the following is not a contribution of science? Landing astronauts on the moon Producing waste acidic gases Discovering drugs to cure diseases Inventing machines to do work Which of the following pairs is matched correctly?

Field of science
Biology Physics Geology Meteorology

The study of

dead matter organic substances stars and planets weather and climate

Which of the following is not true about the benefits of science ? Science makes our life more comfortable The discovery of medicines helps to cure diseases. The invention of computers helps us to do work easier and faster The invention of atomic bombs helps to make a countrys economy stronger. What does an ecologist study? The factors affecting the rate at which a plant carries out photosynthesis. The relation of plants, animals and humans to each other and to their environment. The functions of water in plant processes. The composition of the earth and water. Which of the following is a contribution of science in the field of medicine? Building more hospitals. Immunising babies and children against diseases Treating sick people at home Operating more ambulance services