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What are the two components of science according to Peter
Dear?
Natural philosophy and instrumentality.
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How was science viewed from ancient times until the 17th
century?
As an exclusively theoretical endeavor focused on
understanding the world.
What shift occurred in the view of science during the 17th and
18th centuries?
The focus became more practical, aiming to intervene with
nature for human benefit.
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What does the term 'instrumentality' refer to in the context of
science?
The practical effectiveness of science.
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of Science
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2026_2027
Concepts,
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Developments
Historical Developments
& Theoretical Approaches
& Theoretical
Exam
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What are the two components of science according to Peter
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Natural philosophy and instrumentality.
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How was science viewed from ancient times until the 17th
century?
As an exclusively theoretical endeavor focused on
understanding the world.
What shift occurred in the view of science during the 17th and
18th centuries?
The focus became more practical, aiming to intervene with
nature for human benefit.
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What does the term 'instrumentality' refer to in the context of
science?
The practical effectiveness of science.
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