FORM 1

INTRODUCTION TO SCIENCE
1.1 SCIENCE IS PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE

1. Science is the study of the natural environment

and natural phenomena.
2. Science is the study of how things happen and
why they happen.
3. Science enable us to understand events which
take place in our everyday life.
4. Understanding natural events helps us to avoid
disasters, overcome problems and live a more
comfortable life.
science
Uses and benefits of science

1. Leisure
2. Easier work
3. Construction
4. Agriculture
5. Transport
6. Medicine
7. Communication
8. Space exploration
 Branches of science
Biology The study of living things (human, plants and
animals)
Botany The study of plants

Zoology The study of animals

Physics The study of the properties of things and energy

Electronics The study of electrical circuits by the control of electron

Chemistry The study of the properties and reactions of substances

Pharmacy The study of drugs and their effects

Medicine The study of the human body and the treatment of

diseases
 Branches of science
Geology The study of rocks and minerals

Meteorology The study of weather and climate

Astronomy The study of planets, the Moon, the Sun and stars
Careers in science
Doctor

Pharmacist Engineer

Architect Career in science Astronomer

Veterinarian
Geologist

Meteorologist