What is Science?Chapter 1

Created & shared by Jamie MillerFifth & Sixth Grade TeacherCaldwell Adventist Elementary SchoolIdaho Conference, USA

1. What area of science would you most likely study if you liked insects?

a. Health scienceb. Earth sciencec. Life scienced. Physical science

2. Why are all areas of Science important?

a. They provide careersb. They provide evidence

of a Creatorc. They make life more

interestingd. All of these

3. Which of the following would be included in the study of life science?

a. Weatherb. Birdsc. Volcanoesd. Rocks

4. Which of the following would be a product of science?

a. Reading booksb. Making observationsc. Conducting experimentsd. None of these

5. Which statement is true about science?a. It shows that the universe happened by chanceb. The knowledge of science is

always changingc. It can answer all our questions about natured. All of these

6. In which area of science would you most likely study electricity?

a. Health science b. Earth science c. Life science d. Physical science

7. Which of the following best defines science?

a. Conducting experiments with chemicals

b. Answering questions about nature

c. Reading booksd. None of these

8. Which branch of science would not be included in physical science?

a. Biochemistryb. Nutritionc. Electronicsd. computers

9. Which of the following would be a product of science?

a.Factsb.Recording datac.Observingd.Experimenting

10. Which area of science helps us have clearer minds and stronger bodies?

a. Health scienceb. Physical sciencec. Earth scienced. None of these

11. Which area of science gives people information about preventing disease?

a. Life scienceb. Physical sciencec. Health scienced. Earth science

12. Why is the study of life science important?

a. It has helped us understand microorganisms that cause disease

b. It has helped us to learn about earthquakes

c. It has increased our understanding of electricity

d. All of these

13. What does the study of Earth science help us do?

a. Develop rocketsb. Understand the laws of naturec. Live more healthful livesd. Predict weather more accurately

14. Which branch of science would be included in physical science?

a. Physiologyb. Physicsc. Physical therapyd. Seismology

15. Which of the following is not a branch of health science?

a. Botanyb. Medicinec. Public healthd. Nursing

Match each area of science with the branch of science that belongs to it. Write the letter of the area of science on the line provided.

16. _____ Astronomy a. Earth science17. _____ Chemistry b. health science18. _____ Laser technology c. life science19. _____ Physical therapy d. physical science20. _____ Physiology21. _____ Seismology 16. a

17. d18. d19. d20. b21. c22. a

23.What is Earth Science?

Earth science studies Earth’s structure and the processes that affect Earth. It includes the study of rocks, minerals, volcanoes, earthquakes, the ocean, the atmosphere, and space.

24. What is the difference between the product and the process of science?

The product of science is the information and ideas gained from the study of science. It includes facts, observations, and the ideas discovered by people. The process of science is the way scientists go about discovering the products of science. It includes experimenting, observing, and recording data.

What is the relationship between God and science?

If you believe in God, then the study of science provides evidence of His design. This evidence can be seen in every branch and area of science. As we study science more, more evidence of the Creator’s design is provided.