Question

the primary motivation behind basic research is to

o develop new products.
o gain knowledge.
o make money.
o understand an environmental problem.

technological development of a chemical product often

o is done for the sake of learning something new.
o does not involve chance discoveries.
o is driven by curiosity
o lags behind basic research on the same substance
o other

Explanation:

Basic research aims to expand knowledge for knowledge - sake, not for immediate practical applications like product development or making money. Technological development of a chemical product is often based on existing basic research knowledge about the substance.

Answer:

1. B. gain knowledge
2. D. lags behind basic research on the same substance