Is the meaning of an application in science 'how is it used in the real world'?

Yes or No.
If no, please write what the real definition is, in 6th grade language for me to understand.

Yes.

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No, the meaning of an application in science is not "how is it used in the real world." In science, an application refers to how a scientific concept, theory, or discovery can be put into practical use to solve problems or improve our understanding of the world.

To explain it in 6th grade language, think of an application as the way scientists take what they've learned in the lab or through research and use it to make a difference in the world. For example, if scientists discover a new medicine, the application would be how that medicine is used to treat diseases and improve people's health. So, an application is all about taking scientific knowledge and using it to make a practical impact in real life.