The scientific approach
The author finds the definition of Science which refers to an objective, logical, and systematic method of analysis; describe, explain, and predict observable phenomena. Therefore, this part presents characteristic that should be emphasized in the given definition which are:
1. Science is a method of analysis, not a body of knowledge. There is a common method of analysis in all sciences, even though the content and technique alter from field to field.
2. The fundamental objectives of science are to describe, explain, and predict.
Description: is a way to report what happen, which attempts to answer the question of who, what, where, when and how much.
Explanation: is to answer the question of “Why”
Prediction: is to answer the question about what will happen in the future.