Answer to Question #93251 in Philosophy for Jerson Cruz

Question

Why is the conflation of science and technology a serious problem according to Wolpert?

Answer 1

The conflation of science and technology a serious problem according to Wolpert because it generates a certain confusion and misunderstanding of the nature of both.Part of the problem is that almost all scientific explanations go against common sense. However, our natural expectations, for the world is just not built on a common sense basis. As a result, applying science as technology is dangerous because ethical issues arise.