Definition
noun
A body of knowledge that is mainly concerned with the applications of observed or demonstrated truths to solve practical problems.
Supplement
Applied science is essential in technology development. Fields of engineering are closely related to applied sciences.
Word origin: apply: from Latin applicāre, to affix + -ed; science (see science).
Compare: pure science.
Plants and animals need elements, such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium for proper growth and development. Certain chemicals though can halt growth, e.g. herbicides in plants, or affect normal physiological activities, e.g. alcohol. For more info, read this tutorial on the effects of chemicals on plants and animals...
This tutorial presents the benefits and the possible adverse eventualities of genetic engineering. Know more about this topic in this tutorial to be able to articulate the advantages and disadvantages of artificially manipulating genes...
Obtaining air outside an aquatic environment required species to acquire suitable adaptations, and this was the case of amphibians. However, they were limited by their inability to inhabit drylands. Apparently, the early reptiles were able to do so. To learn more about the evolution of amphibians and reptiles, read this tutorial...
