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Question
Define science.
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Solution
The word ‘Science’ is derived from the Latin word ‘Scientia’ which means ‘knowledge’. Science is the pursuit and application of knowledge and understanding of the natural and social world following a systematic methodology based on evidence. Empirical evidence, objectivity, scientific causality, systematic exploration, and replication are key components of science.
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