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    Pelangi Publishing Thailand

    Science
    Mathayom 1
    Chapter 1
    Topic 1.1
    Introduction to
    What is Science?
    Science
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    Science Workbook
    helps you to excel
    in science.

    Let’s do Question no.1


    on page 2.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    Can you think of a thing that does not


    apply scientific knowledge?

    How will your life be without mobile


    phones, computers and commuter
    trains?
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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.


    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    How science benefits us in various fields

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

    • Modern public transport reduces


    congestion in cities.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    Benefits of Science and Technology

    Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wxYwpmCQVU
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    Science Workbook
    helps you to excel
    in science.

    Let’s do Question no.2


    on page 3.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    Why a career in science is for me

    Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm2rB29enN4
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    Science Workbook
    helps you to excel
    in science.

    Let’s do Question no.3


    on page 3.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    Check how much


    you understand this
    subtopic

    by doing Test Yourself 1.1


    on page 4.
    Science Chapter 1
    Mathayom 1

    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

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