Important personal and social decisions are made based on perceptions of benefits and risks. Science and technology have advanced through contributions of many different people. Scientists and engineers work in many different settings. Science cannot answer all questions and technology cannot solve all problems or meet all needs. History and Nature of Science Science as a human endeavor Women and men of various backgrounds engage in the activities of science.
Some scientists work in teams and some work alone, but all communicate extensively with others.
Science requires different abilities. Nature of science Scientists formulate and test their explanations using observations, experiments, and mathematical models. It is part of scientific inquiry to evaluate the results of scientific investigations. History of science Many individuals have contributed to the traditions of science.