NST2601 ASSIGNMENT 2 ANSWERS 2024

NST2601
ASSIGNMENT NO 20 ,2024




JUNE 1, 2024
[COMPANY NAME]
[Company address]

, DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
2024
NST2601
Natural science and Technology for classroom III


ASSIGNMENT NUMBER:
02


QUESTION 1: [10 MARKS]
List and explain three (3) specific aims of Natural Science and Technology.
1. To understand the natural world: One of the primary aims of natural
science and technology is to understand the natural world, including
the physical and biological processes that govern our environment. By
studying natural phenomena and conducting experiments, scientists
aim to gain a deeper understanding of the laws and principles that
govern the natural world.

2. To develop new technologies: Natural science and technology aim to
develop new technologies that can improve human life, solve practical
problems, and advance human knowledge. This includes the
development of new materials, medical treatments, energy sources,
and communication technologies that can benefit society and
contribute to economic growth.

3. To preserve and protect the environment: Natural science and
technology also aim to preserve and protect the environment by
studying the impact of human activities on the natural world,
developing sustainable and environmentally friendly technologies, and
finding solutions to environmental challenges such as climate change,
pollution, and habitat destruction. This includes developing
technologies for renewable energy, waste management, and
conservation efforts.