Don't Know Much About Science

According to a national science survey commissioned by the California Academy of Sciences, a frightening 79% of American adults are unable to answer these three basic science questions correctly:

How long does it take the Earth to revolve around the sun? Did the earliest humans and dinosaurs live at the same time? What percentage of the Earth’s surface is covered with water? 

Its intent seems to be drawing attention to the widely held belief that long-term solutions to many of the world’s most pressing issues must include a transition to a more knowledge-based economy, including a focus on science, which is a major driver of innovation and industry.

"There has never been a greater need for investment in scientific research and education," said Academy Executive Director Dr. Gregory Farrington. "Many of the most pressing issues of our time—from global climate change to resource management and disease—can only be addressed with the help of science."

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