BJU Physics Chapter 1

first step in doing science

first body of fundamental physics

using a x-ray to measure the bone density of different species of mammals

original name of physics

method used to gather data by Thomas Edison in inventing the lightbulb

something that is perceptible to the senses or instruments

outside the realm of science

worldviews discussed in this chapter

most important feature of a scientific model

requires a model to study

God's command to fill and use the earth

Usually doesn't lead to a scientific question

result of the fall

reason God created the universe

using x-rays to determine bone density

chief distinction between classical and modern physics

determining the age of fossils

philosopher who is known for not seeing science as progress toward ultimate truth

Kuhn stated normal science is controlled by the reigning

most subjective

most widely accepted foundational philosophy of science today is based on this paradigm

would include the study of the effects of radiation on the human thyroid

applied physics

what physicists must do to receive credit for a discovery

the study of the description and causes of motion

essential to the rescue of the trapped Quecreek miners

first discovery of modern physics

a mental inclination based on past experiences or other influences

Problem with this hypothesis: "The nebular theory is the origin of the solar system"

worldview that supports naturalistic science

included in classical physics

most important reason to do physics