SPL Material 1.2 Nature and Branches of Science

Science is broadly categorized into three main branches: natural sciences, social sciences, and formal sciences.

• Natural Sciences: Focus on understanding the physical world and natural phenomena through observation and experimentation. Examples include physics, chemistry, and biology.

• Social Sciences: Examine human behavior and societies through qualitative and quantitative research methods. This category includes fields such as psychology, sociology, and economics.

• Formal Sciences: Deal with abstract concepts and logical reasoning, encompassing disciplines like mathematics, statistics, and computer science.