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Science, Technology, and Environment: Achieving Sustainable Development

Explore the relationship between science, technology, and the environment, and how sustainable development can be achieved through the responsible use of technology. Learn about cultural lag and technology assessment in order to anticipate the consequences of technological advancements.

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Science, Technology, and Environment: Achieving Sustainable Development

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  1. Chapter 20 Technology, Environment, and MedicineKey Terms

  2. ScienceKnowledge obtained as a result of the process of developing and testing hypotheses. • TechnologyThe use of tools and knowledge to manipulate the physical environment in order to achieve desired practical goals.

  3. Sustainable developmentDevelopment that does not damage the environment or create new environmental burdens. • Cultural lagThe time required for social institutions to adapt to a major technological change.

  4. Technology assessmentEfforts to anticipate the consequences of particular technologies for individuals and for society as a whole.

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