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Science
Mathayom 1
 Chapter 1
Topic 1.1
Introduction to
What is Science?
Science
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How do these phenomena happen?

Natural phenomena, including formation of rainbow and dew, and

rusting of iron are things that happen in nature. The study of science
explains why and how all these things happen.
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Science Workbook
helps you to excel
in science.

Let’s do Question no.1

on page 2.
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What is Science?
Science is the systematic study of nature and how it affects
us and our environment. The information produced from the
study of science is known as scientific knowledge.

Using scientific knowledge, we invent many useful devices

such as light bulbs, telephones and computers.
The application of scientific knowledge for the use of
mankind is called technology.
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Can you think of a thing that does not

apply scientific knowledge?

How will your life be without mobile

phones, computers and commuter
trains?
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Importance of science
• Science helps us to understand ourselves. Knowing how our
body works helps us to take better care of our health.

• Science helps us to understand our environment which leads

to improve the quality of our environment and conserve it for our
future generation.

• Science makes our life more comfortable.

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How science benefits us in various fields

In homes:
• Facilities make life easier and more
comfortable.

• Various appliances help us to do our

housework faster.
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How science benefits us in various fields

Communication:
• Communication is easier and faster with
the use of televisions, mobile phones,
computers, etc.

• Global communication is now possible

with the use of communication satellites,
e-mail and the Internet.
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How science benefits us in various fields

Transportation:
• Transportation is easier, faster and more
comfortable.

• Modern public transport reduces

congestion in cities.
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How science benefits us in various fields

Construction:
• Buildings and structures are now built
with strong materials.

• Powerful machinery such as cranes,

tractors and bulldozers are usually used
in construction work.
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How science benefits us in various fields

Agriculture:
• Machines are used to carry out heavy
and difficult tasks such as ploughing
and harvesting.

• Plant breeding, new agricultural

techniques, fertilisers and insecticides
contribute greatly in increasing the
world’s agricultural products.
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How science benefits us in various fields

Medicine:
• More diseases can now be cured with
the discoveries of new drugs, vaccines,
antibiotics and the invention of better
surgery technique and equipment.

• Diseases can be diagnosed and detected

earlier with various tests and devices.
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Benefits of Science and Technology

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wxYwpmCQVU
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Science Workbook
helps you to excel
in science.

Let’s do Question no.2

on page 3.
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Careers in science

Doctor Veterinarian Pharmacist

A person who has An animal doctor A person who dispenses
been trained in and medicinal drugs and
practices medical advises on their uses
Engineer
science
A skilled person who
designs, builds or Architect
Chemist maintains engines, A person who designs
A person trained in buildings, bridges or buildings and advises
chemistry roads on their construction
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Why a career in science is for me

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm2rB29enN4
 Science Chapter 1
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Science Workbook
helps you to excel
in science.

Let’s do Question no.3

on page 3.
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Areas of study in science

Astronomy
The study of planets
o lo g y
Bi Physics Chemistry and stars in the
universe
The st u d y o f l i fe The study of matter, The study of the
energy, force and composition and
ch e m ical p r op e r tie s
motion
of substances

Geology Biochemistry
Th e s t u d y o f ro ck s , Meteorology
The study of che
minerals and the The study of weather
processes in livin
mical
r u ct u r e o f th e E a r th and climate g
st organisms
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Conclusions
• Natural phenomena are things that happen in nature.

• Science is the systematic study of nature and how it

affects us and our environment.

• The information produced from the study of science is

known as scientific knowledge.

• The application of scientific knowledge for the use of

mankind is called technology.
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Conclusions
• Science helps us to understand ourselves and our
environment. It makes our life more comfortable.

• Science benefits us in various fields such as

communication, transportation, construction and
medicine.

• Science offers various career opportunities according to

one’s area of interest, for examples, doctor, pharmacist,
engineer and architect.
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Check how much

you understand this
subtopic

by doing Test Yourself 1.1

on page 4.
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References
• Focus Smart Plus Science Textbook Mathayom 1

• Focus Smart Plus Science Workbook Mathayom 1

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wxYwpmCQVU

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm2rB29enN4