The term may also be used [[metaphorically]], for example persons may speak of exploring the [[internet]], [[sexuality]], etc. In scientific [[research]], exploration is one of three [[purposes]] of empirical research (the other two being description and explanation). Exploration is the attempt to develop an initial, rough [[understanding]] of some [[phenomenon]]. | The term may also be used [[metaphorically]], for example persons may speak of exploring the [[internet]], [[sexuality]], etc. In scientific [[research]], exploration is one of three [[purposes]] of empirical research (the other two being description and explanation). Exploration is the attempt to develop an initial, rough [[understanding]] of some [[phenomenon]]. |