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The Limits of Science.

Authors :
Wigner, E. P.
Source :
Resonance: Journal of Science Education; Oct2009, Vol. 14 Issue 10, p1018-1027, 10p, 1 Illustration
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

The article presents the author's views and opinion regarding the rapid growth of science and the natural limit of science. It gives a definition of science as a store of knowledge of natural phenomena. He notes that a store of knowledge can be called science if there are people who want to learn and use his knowledge. He remarks that the limitations of science are in human intellect, the capacity for interest and learning and memory and facilities for communication.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09718044
Volume :
14
Issue :
10
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Resonance: Journal of Science Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
44682111
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12045-009-0089-2