What are some of the defining characteristics, practices and values of science and how have they related to society and culture? Using at least 4 readings from the course readings and analyzing at least 2 historical periods, identify some of the important ideas, practices, and values of science evident in your examples and how they fit into their society and culture. Consider political, social, economic, religious, or cultural factors that influenced science and/or were influenced by science. You can select one or more factors but do not have to analyze all of them.
