Word science is derived from the Latin word Scientia, which means to know. A systematic knowledge of nature verified by experiments is called Science.
Objectives of Science:
The main objectives of science are:
1. To understand the functional role of nature and explain it in a complete form.
2. To provide knowledge of the laws of nature after verifying them by experiments.
3. To control nature by the applications of results of experiments performed through keen observation.
4. To improve and make human life easier by the use of available natural resources and solving the problems.
5. To eradicate superstitions (false notions) prevailing in the society.