Isn’t science for scientists?
Absolutely not! At least not in the sense that it should be limited to the profession. Science is not only the means by which we can better understand the world around us, it can also be a lot of fun! Having a basic knowledge of science can help in weeding out scams and misinformation as well as making informed decisions about a variety of things. Consider the following analogy: You may not be a mechanic but if you have a basic knowledge of cars, you’ll be less likely to be scammed by a dishonest repair shop. You may also even be able to do a few things yourself, like change your wiper blades or give your car a jumpstart. Similarly, a basic knowledge of science and an interest in the principals behind it can come in very handy in everyday life.
