Science, Technology, and Society

A set of vocabulary flashcards derived from the lecture notes on science, technology, and society.

Science

The systematic study of the natural world through observation and experimentation.

Technology

The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry.

Co-dependence of Science and Technology

The concept that science and technology are interdependent; advances in one often drive progress in the other.

Curiosity

A strong desire to know or learn something, which drives human innovation.

Paleolithic Period

The earliest period of human history characterized by the use of simple stone tools.

Neolithic Period

A period marked by the development of farming and permanent settlements.

Scientific Revolution

A period of great advances in scientific thought, beginning in the 16th century, that changed the way people viewed the world.

Industrial Revolution

The transition to new manufacturing processes from about 1760 to 1840, involving the growth of factories and mass production.

Digital Age

A period beginning in the late 20th century marked by the widespread use of digital technology and the internet.

Intellectual Revolution

A period of significant advances in philosophy and science, leading to new ways of thinking about the world.