what does fundamental or basic science really mean?

Question

Or more specifically what does it mean when someone says that zoology is a fundamental science?

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Answer 1

Fundamental science is developing knowledge about how the universe works. Zoology, which categorizes animals and investigates their relationships to each other and their environment, is a fundamental science.

Contrasting that are applied sciences, which use the learnings from fundamental science to actually create change. Agriculture, which can utilize the understanding developed by zoology to produce healthier or more profitable herds, is an applied science.