9 Basic and Applied Science

ecosystem

All the living things in an area interacting with all of the non-living parts of the environment.

qualitative data

Data describing color, odor, shape, or some other physical characteristic.

quantitative data

Data that is represented by measurements or counting.

scientific theory

Explanation of an aspect of the natural world based on repeated observations.

applied science or technology

The application of basic scientific knowledge to solve practical problems.

cell

The basic unit of structure and function of a living organism; the basic unit of life.

basic science or science

The body of knowledge about scientifc phenomena based on research aimed at understanding fundamental problems and how things work.

technology

applied science is often referred to .....

major branches of science

earth science- earth and space life science- living organisms physical science- matter and energy a. physics b. chemistry

example applied science

scientist invent motion pictures, eye glasses and contact lenses

example of pure science

scientist study human vision to learn how the eye works

pure science

the gathering of new information or the discovery of a new relationship (research done solely to expand knowledge bace)

applied science

the practical use of scientific information (discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems)