Question

Which statements best describe science? Check all that apply.

Science involves observation and experimentation.
Science is characterized by resistance to new information.
Science is supported by facts and processes.
Science involves the use of beliefs and opinions to construct explanations.
Science continually changes and is constantly updated.

Answer 1

Selected as true:
- Science involves observation and experimentation. — True. Science tests ideas by collecting data through observation and controlled experiments.
- Science is supported by facts and processes. — True. Scientific conclusions are grounded in empirical evidence (facts) and follow systematic methods (processes).
- Science continually changes and is constantly updated. — True. Scientific knowledge is tentative and self-correcting; it is revised when new evidence or better explanations arise.

Not true:
- Science is characterized by resistance to new information. — False. Science welcomes new evidence and updates conclusions accordingly (though new claims are critically evaluated).
- Science involves the use of beliefs and opinions to construct explanations. — False. Scientific explanations are based on evidence and reasoning, not on unsupported beliefs or personal opinions.