“Science is the great antidote to the poison of enthusiasm and superstition”
— Adam Smith
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Science helps us understand the world in a clear and logical way. When people get overly excited about something or believe in superstitions, they can sometimes make bad decisions or be easily fooled. For example, in the past, some people believed in myths about diseases being caused by evil spirits. This might have led them to dangerous treatments or false cures. But with science, we discovered germs and developed vaccines to fight real causes of diseases. By relying on evidence and scientific methods, we make better choices and avoid getting misled by false beliefs. In everyday life, using science helps us question things and find real answers, instead of just believing in things without proof.
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