Chapter 1.4, Problem 22SSC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether the technology is a product of pure research or applied research needs to be explained.

Concept introduction:

Pure research is done to gain knowledge for the benefit of knowledge it self. Applied research is done to solve any specific problem.

Answer to Problem 22SSC

Technology can be the product of pure research and applied research both depending on its use.

Explanation of Solution

Given information:

Pure research and applied research.

When scientists realize that their discovery has a practical approach, it can be a product of pure research. Whereas when scientists perform research to solve a particular problem, it is a product of applied research.

For example, Molina and Rowland conducted research on CFCs and their interactions with ozone as pure research. But scientists continued to monitor the amount of CFCs in the atmosphere and the annual changes in the amount of ozone in the stratosphere using the technology.

Conclusion

Hence, technology can be a product of both a pure research and applied research.