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No. It is the study of myths (mytho-logy), but it is not a science.

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Is mythology considered science?

Mythology is the study of myths (the lore of ancient people). Science is an enterprise that builds and organizes knowledge in the form of testable explanations and predictions about the natural world. No, mythology is not considered science.


Is mythology part of science fiction?

If you think about it, mythology usually explains how the world evolved into it's present form, but in a cultural and religious way. But science fiction is based on future technology and basically, science, like UFOs. Mythology is explained unscientifically, and talks about imagined and unreal creatures, gods, and goddesses.


Which Earth Science area has its origins in mythology?

The Earth science area that has its origins in mythology is paleontology. This is the study of the evolution and changes in life on the planet.


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Was Greek mythology science for Greeks?

At the time, they weren't myths, they believed it or at least I think they did. Therefore, it wasn't Science but Religon.


What would happen if there wasn't any science?

There was a period of history in which science was not known to the human race. Instead of science, mythology and superstition were the basis of human understanding of the world.


Are there legends about Mars?

If you mean leaving aside pure fantasy, mythology and science fiction - no.


What has the author George W Cox written?

George W. Cox has written: 'An introducton to the science of comparative mythology and folklore' -- subject(s): Mythology, Folklore


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How religion can help us deal with current environmental and technological problems?

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