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JSS1: BASIC SCIENCE - 1ST TERM

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  3. Family Health (Sanitation) | Week 3
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  6. Environmental Pollution: Air Pollution | Week 6
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  • Meaning of Science
  • Branches of Science
Science

Meaning of Science:

The word ‘science’ is derived from the Latin word “SCIENTIA” which means knowledge. Science is the body of knowledge obtained by methods based on observation, study, and practice. 

Science is the systematic process of the study of living and non-living things, so as to solve human problems, for the betterment of life. This system uses observation and experiments, to describe and explain natural phenomena.

A person who studies science, that is, one who engages in a systematic activity to acquire knowledge, is known as a Scientist.

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Scientist conducting an experiment

Branches of Science:

There are basically three main branches of science, namely:

1. Physics: Physics is the study of matter in relation to energy and other phenomena.

2. Chemistry: Chemistry is the study of the composition, properties, and uses of matter.

3. Biology: Biology is the study of living things.

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