Science

Science is a systematic and organized endeavor that builds and organizes knowledge in the form of testable explanations and predictions about the universe. It encompasses a body of knowledge acquired through observation, experimentation, and theoretical explanation. The term "science" also refers to the organized body of knowledge people have gained using that system.

Science is generally divided into natural sciences, which study the physical world; social sciences, which study individuals and societies; and formal sciences, such as mathematics and logic, which use abstract concepts to construct theoretical systems. Applied sciences use scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as in engineering and medicine.

Key characteristics of science include:

• Empirical Evidence: Scientific knowledge is based on evidence gathered through observation and experimentation.
• Testability: Scientific explanations must be testable, meaning they can be supported or refuted through further observation and experimentation.
• Falsifiability: A scientific statement must be falsifiable, meaning it is possible to conceive of an observation or experiment that would disprove it.
• Objectivity: Scientists strive to minimize bias and subjectivity in their observations and interpretations.
• Reproducibility: Scientific findings should be reproducible by other scientists under similar conditions.
• Peer Review: Scientific research is typically subjected to peer review, in which experts in the field evaluate the work before it is published.
• Skepticism: Scientists maintain a skeptical attitude, questioning claims and seeking evidence to support them.
• Iteration: Scientific knowledge is constantly evolving as new evidence emerges and existing theories are refined or replaced.

The scientific method is a process of inquiry that is often used in science. It typically involves observation, formulation of a hypothesis, experimentation, analysis of data, and drawing conclusions. The conclusions may then be published and subjected to peer review.

Science plays a crucial role in modern society, driving technological innovation, informing policy decisions, and improving our understanding of the world around us.