What Is Science

The question of "what is science?" has become an increasingly controversial topic in the analysis of its history. Through the extensive history of science and the vast body of knowledge it has created, questions are raised as to what extent the term may be applied. Many argue that the term Science is used too loosely and that we need to draw distinctions and narrow the scope of the concept to more accurately depict history. Others believe that the term has much broader implications and that any speculation into the natural world may be deemed as Science. However, the History of Science reveals a number of patterns among the scientists who successfully constructed accurate models and explanations within their respective fields. These patterns reveal clear distinctions between what is science, and what is simply speculation.

The earliest analysis of the concept of science occurred within Greek and Hellenistic societies. Because they lived within antagonistic societies that continually challenged various ideas, they were