FOUN 1210 Tutorial 2:

Scientific Methods
1. Using an example to illustrate your response, explain why science is regarded as a
cognitive practice.
2. To what extent can science be considered objective and rational?
3. Consider the following statement "Perception is not always reality" in relation to
the scientific process.
4. How is science different from history and religion?
5. Should creationism be considered science?
6. Identify, AND suggest limitations of, the orthodox scientific methodology used in
each scenario below:

a) Sasha had difficulty walking because of severe discomfort in her right knee.
She decided to visit Dr. Bailey who concluded that she had arthritis in her right
knee because, based on his examination, the knee was swollen and painful.
b) Caribbean scientists created a genetically modified high protein pigeon pea
called “High Pro”. Investigations are now underway to determine the ideal soil
for optimum growth by cultivating the pea on all local soil types.

7. a) Using the following information construct a possible scientific investigation

according to the hypthetico-deductive methodology:
 The pharmaceutical company Maripol has developed a new antihistamine
called Redux
 One component of Redux is Venol B
 Venol B, in certain cases, causes blurred vision
b) What are the limitations of your construct?

8. What do current views about scientific methodology suggest about science?

9. Considering the aims, practice and methodology of science can science tell us the
truth about nature?

FOUN 1210 2017-18