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black box
metaphor - putting an input in and not knowing the process in which the output occurs.
ontology
the study of what exists, physical reality
cosmology
the study of the cosmos, order/patterns existing in our world
epistemology
the study of knowledge
Which of the following is the best example of a cosmological claim?
The Earth orbits the Sun as part of a solar system that itself orbits the center of the Milky Way Galaxy, which is located within the Laniakea Supercluster.
According to Greek mythology, the legendary king Laomedon refused to pay promised tribute to the gods Apollo and Poseidon after they helped build the walls of Troy. In his wrath, Poseidon sent a great flood that destroyed the city's walls in an act of divine vengeance.
The natural event described here is best characterized as ...
resulting from a personal grievance.
Which of the following best defines epistemology?
The study of knowledge.
The cuneiform tablet MUL.APIN provides evidence of ...
all of the above
"Winds occur when the finest vapors of dark mist are separated off and, while in motion, are gathered together. Rain occurs from the vapor arising from the things beneath the sun. Lightning occurs whenever wind escapes and part the clouds."
The natural events described in this quotation are best characterized as ...
part of a general pattern of natural events.
Which of the following is the best example of an ontological claim?
The human body is mostly composed of oxygen and hydrogen.
Which of the following best defines ontology?
The study of ultimate reality.
Which of the following best defines tradition?
The communication of information, ideas, values, or behavior from one generation to another.
Which of the following is the best example of a tradition?
A parent teaches a child how to recognize different colors by using a coloring book.
Which of the following is the best example of an epistemological claim?
We should believe that if I drop an apple it will fall to the ground based on previous experience.